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Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 reliable? We analysed 3,701 real MOT tests across 521 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,701 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
68.4%
Typical Mileage
57,608mi
Annual Mileage
694mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
50yrs

The Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100.

Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

67.9%
1978
66.8%
1977
71.1%
1976

Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 258
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 215
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 208
brake recording little or no effort 171
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 166
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 139
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 118
Steering rack gaiter split 116
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 116
parking brake recording little or no effort 112

Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
182 mi/yr
Typical
694 mi/yr
Average
1,959 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,098 mi/yr

Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1978 1,303 67.9% 32,974 58,850 75,673
1977 1,300 66.8% 40,041 61,414 74,698
1976 938 71.1% 34,338 51,546 68,422

How Long Does a Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 Last?

Based on 521 Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
36.2 years
Median
36.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
50 years

Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
57,608 mi
75th Percentile
72,710 mi
95th Percentile
93,120 mi
Max Recorded
975,286 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100

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

Best year
1976

71.1% MOT pass rate from 938 tests

Year to avoid
1977

66.8% MOT pass rate from 1,300 tests

The best year to buy a used Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 is 1976, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.1% across 938 tests. The 1977 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 THIS CAR 68.4% 3,701 57,608 mi 50 yrs
Leyland Cars Mini 1000 68.4% 5,740 52,563 mi 56 yrs
Leyland Cars Mini 850 69.1% 2,356 48,656 mi 56 yrs
Leyland Cars Mini 1275 GT 71.8% 1,380 58,824 mi 50 yrs
Kawasaki Zr 750 J6F 84.1% 2,952 14,710 mi 21 yrs

Compared to the Leyland Cars Mini 1000 (68.4% pass rate) and the Leyland Cars Mini 850 (69.1% pass rate), the Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100?

The Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.4% across 3,701 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 are subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (258 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (215), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (208). 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 Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 owner drives around 694 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 Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 models stay on UK roads for around 50 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.

Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 reliable?
Based on 3,701 MOT tests, the Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 has a 68.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100?
The most common MOT failures are subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, parking brake: efficiency below requirements, and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 do per year?
The typical Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 does around 694 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 last?
Most Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 models stay on UK roads for around 50 years based on our analysis of 521 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100?
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 Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Leyland Cars Mini Clubman 1100 is 1976 with a 71.1% pass rate across 938 tests.