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Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto reliable? We analysed 767 real MOT tests across 110 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 767 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
68.6%
Typical Mileage
44,814mi
Annual Mileage
436mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
48yrs

The Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto.

Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

71.6%
1980
68.9%
1979
61.7%
1978

Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 43
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 39
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31
Steering rack gaiter split 30
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
constant velocity joint gaiter split 22
brake binding 22
brake recording little or no effort 22

Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
97 mi/yr
Typical
436 mi/yr
Average
1,557 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,182 mi/yr

Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1980 264 71.6% 23,937 43,720 64,124
1979 380 68.9% 31,040 47,264 64,380
1978 81 61.7% 32,298 40,571 52,778

How Long Does a Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto Last?

Based on 110 Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
33.6 years
Median
33.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
48 years

Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
44,814 mi
75th Percentile
62,951 mi
95th Percentile
84,976 mi
Max Recorded
588,750 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
1980

71.6% MOT pass rate from 264 tests

Year to avoid
1978

61.7% MOT pass rate from 81 tests

The best year to buy a used Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto is 1980, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.6% across 264 tests. The 1978 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto THIS CAR 68.6% 767 44,814 mi 48 yrs
Austin Morris Mini 1000 66.8% 9,311 55,689 mi 48 yrs
Austin Morris Mini Clubman 68.1% 7,434 52,622 mi 48 yrs
Austin Morris Mini Hl 65.3% 6,447 53,728 mi 46 yrs
Suzuki Dl 650 AK7 Touring 89.5% 1,245 18,323 mi 20 yrs

Compared to the Austin Morris Mini 1000 (66.8% pass rate) and the Austin Morris Mini Clubman (68.1% pass rate), the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto?

The Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.6% across 767 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto are subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (65 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (43), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (39). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto owner drives around 436 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto models stay on UK roads for around 48 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto reliable?
Based on 767 MOT tests, the Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto has a 68.6% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto?
The most common MOT failures are subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto do per year?
The typical Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto does around 436 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto last?
Most Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto models stay on UK roads for around 48 years based on our analysis of 110 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Austin Morris Mini Clubman Auto is 1980 with a 71.6% pass rate across 264 tests.