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Coleman Milne Norwood Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Coleman Milne Norwood reliable? We analysed 1,806 real MOT tests across 323 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,806 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
80.3%
Typical Mileage
27,798mi
Annual Mileage
5,650mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
10yrs

The Coleman Milne Norwood is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Coleman Milne Norwood.

Coleman Milne Norwood Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Coleman Milne Norwood. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Coleman Milne Norwood MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Coleman Milne Norwood to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

80.4%
2022
82.2%
2021
78.4%
2020
80.3%
2019
78%
2018
81.8%
2017
82.2%
2016

Coleman Milne Norwood Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Coleman Milne Norwood models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 48
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 35
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 21
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9

Coleman Milne Norwood Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Coleman Milne Norwood owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,616 mi/yr
Typical
5,650 mi/yr
Average
5,935 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,688 mi/yr

Coleman Milne Norwood MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Coleman Milne Norwood year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 51 80.4% 12,241 14,922 18,063
2021 73 82.2% 8,968 13,632 22,038
2020 204 78.4% 19,407 27,202 36,238
2019 304 80.3% 15,025 21,654 31,767
2018 432 78.0% 21,023 28,892 41,352
2017 324 81.8% 23,552 34,455 50,922
2016 393 82.2% 20,334 32,051 47,794

How Long Does a Coleman Milne Norwood Last?

Based on 323 Coleman Milne Norwood vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.7 years
Median
6.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
10 years

Coleman Milne Norwood Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Coleman Milne Norwood MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
27,798 mi
75th Percentile
41,698 mi
95th Percentile
64,976 mi
Max Recorded
113,471 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Coleman Milne Norwood

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

Best year
2016

82.2% MOT pass rate from 393 tests

Year to avoid
2018

78.0% MOT pass rate from 432 tests

The best year to buy a used Coleman Milne Norwood is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.2% across 393 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Coleman Milne Norwood Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Coleman Milne Norwood THIS CAR 80.3% 1,806 27,798 mi 10 yrs
Coleman Milne Rosedale 84.8% 1,841 21,293 mi 10 yrs
Coleman Milne Ford Fairlane Dorchester 74.6% 1,710 61,004 mi 24 yrs
Volkswagen Golf Match TSI 89.6% 1,642 67,203 mi — yrs
Volvo XC60 R-design Pro B5 AWD Auto 89.2% 1,780 40,255 mi — yrs

Compared to the Coleman Milne Rosedale (84.8% pass rate) and the Coleman Milne Ford Fairlane Dorchester (74.6% pass rate), the Coleman Milne Norwood sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Coleman Milne Norwood?

The Coleman Milne Norwood has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.3% across 1,806 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Coleman Milne Norwood with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Coleman Milne Norwood owner drives around 5,650 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 Coleman Milne Norwood models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within 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.

Coleman Milne Norwood — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Coleman Milne Norwood reliable?
Based on 1,806 MOT tests, the Coleman Milne Norwood has a 80.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Coleman Milne Norwood?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Coleman Milne Norwood do per year?
The typical Coleman Milne Norwood does around 5,650 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Coleman Milne Norwood last?
Most Coleman Milne Norwood models stay on UK roads for around 10 years based on our analysis of 323 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Coleman Milne Norwood?
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 Coleman Milne Norwood?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Coleman Milne Norwood is 2016 with a 82.2% pass rate across 393 tests.