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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mini Cooper Clubman. Check any Cooper Clubman by registration number below.

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84.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.3%

vs Mini Avg

6

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mini Cooper Clubman — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mini Cooper Clubman has an average MOT pass rate of 84.0%, which is 2.3 percentage points above the Mini brand average of 81.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Cooper Clubman is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Mini Cooper Clubman fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Cooper Clubman for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mini Cooper Clubman, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mini Cooper Clubman performs at MOT across different model years.

2013

Based on 1,060 vehicles

84.3%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

14.9%

Mileage at 10yr

105k mi

2012

Based on 376 vehicles

75.3%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

26.4%

Mileage at 10yr

105k mi

2011

Based on 38 vehicles

76.3%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

19.0%

2009

Based on 72 vehicles

94.4%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Mileage at 10yr

153k mi

2008

Based on 136 vehicles

90.4%Excellent
Mini average: 81.7%
Mileage at 10yr

150k mi

0

Based on 767 vehicles

83.4%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Mileage at 5yr

68k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mini Cooper Clubman

The most common reasons a Mini Cooper Clubman fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.3%
2

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.1%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.0%
4

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

0.9%
Mini Cooper Clubman Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

3.4%

Front Nearside

3.2%

Rear Offside

1.8%

Other Mini Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mini models.

Mini Mini Cooper Park Lane

53.2% pass rate

Mini Countryman Cooper Brdwalk Ed A

93.8% pass rate

Mini Cooper S

76.5% pass rate

Mini Mini

84.3% pass rate

Mini Mini-n

87.8% pass rate

Mini Roadster

86.8% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mini Cooper Clubman

Mini Cooper Clubman — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mini Cooper Clubman MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mini Cooper Clubman?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mini Cooper Clubman is 84.0% compared to the Mini average of 81.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mini Cooper Clubman?
The most common MOT failures on the Mini Cooper Clubman are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.3%), Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.1%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Mini Cooper Clubman reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 84.0%, the Mini Cooper Clubman is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mini Cooper Clubman?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mini Cooper Clubman?
Typical mileage for the Mini Cooper Clubman: 104,556 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Cooper Clubman to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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