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Mini One Clubman Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mini One Clubman reliable? We analysed 9,726 real MOT tests across 732 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 9,726 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
81.6%
Typical Mileage
55,096mi
Annual Mileage
5,353mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
17yrs

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

Mini One Clubman Number Plates

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

Mini One Clubman MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

83.9%
2014
82.6%
2013
83.4%
2012
79.9%
2011
78.3%
2010
75%
2009

Mini One Clubman Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 55
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47

Mini One Clubman Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 112

Mini One Clubman Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,254 mi/yr
Typical
5,353 mi/yr
Average
6,202 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,216 mi/yr

Mini One Clubman MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2014 118 83.9% 25,569 42,294 59,928
2013 3,554 82.6% 31,759 49,165 70,368
2012 2,307 83.4% 35,169 54,302 79,694
2011 1,822 79.9% 38,692 60,454 84,240
2010 1,119 78.3% 38,820 62,988 92,050
2009 496 75.0% 42,095 64,636 88,616

How Long Does a Mini One Clubman Last?

Based on 732 Mini One Clubman vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.5 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
17 years

Mini One Clubman Mileage Distribution

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

Median
55,096 mi
75th Percentile
79,480 mi
95th Percentile
113,963 mi
Max Recorded
720,605 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mini One Clubman

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

Best year
2014

83.9% MOT pass rate from 118 tests

Year to avoid
2009

75.0% MOT pass rate from 496 tests

The best year to buy a used Mini One Clubman is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.9% across 118 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mini One Clubman Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mini One Clubman THIS CAR 81.6% 9,726 55,096 mi 17 yrs
Mini Mini 74.2% 7,810,223 64,567 mi 25 yrs
Mini Cooper 86.5% 1,705,479 35,896 mi 22 yrs
Mini Countryman 88% 669,227 37,710 mi 15 yrs
Suzuki Gsr 750 L1 89.8% 3,732 11,719 mi 15 yrs

Compared to the Mini Mini (74.2% pass rate) and the Mini Cooper (86.5% pass rate), the Mini One Clubman sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mini One Clubman?

The Mini One Clubman has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.6% across 9,726 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively with 55 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mini One Clubman with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mini One Clubman owner drives around 5,353 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 Mini One Clubman models stay on UK roads for around 17 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.

Mini One Clubman — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mini One Clubman reliable?
Based on 9,726 MOT tests, the Mini One Clubman has a 81.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mini One Clubman?
The most common failure point is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively.
How many miles does a Mini One Clubman do per year?
The typical Mini One Clubman does around 5,353 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mini One Clubman last?
Most Mini One Clubman models stay on UK roads for around 17 years based on our analysis of 732 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mini One Clubman?
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 Mini One Clubman?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mini One Clubman is 2014 with a 83.9% pass rate across 118 tests.