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Mini One Clubman Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mini One Clubman Auto reliable? We analysed 1,358 real MOT tests across 108 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,358 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.3%
Typical Mileage
40,495mi
Annual Mileage
4,019mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
17yrs

The Mini One Clubman Auto 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 Auto.

Mini One Clubman Auto Number Plates

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

Mini One Clubman Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

84.6%
2013
87.9%
2012
88.5%
2011
85.2%
2010
70.1%
2009

Mini One Clubman Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5

Mini One Clubman Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 10

Mini One Clubman Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mini One 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
2,126 mi/yr
Typical
4,019 mi/yr
Average
4,687 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,391 mi/yr

Mini One Clubman Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 577 84.6% 23,512 39,489 55,637
2012 422 87.9% 20,489 38,424 59,314
2011 139 88.5% 30,166 42,000 61,311
2010 122 85.2% 23,900 42,454 68,794
2009 87 70.1% 29,834 42,164 56,150

How Long Does a Mini One Clubman Auto Last?

Based on 108 Mini One Clubman Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.4 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
17 years

Mini One Clubman Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
40,495 mi
75th Percentile
58,180 mi
95th Percentile
95,978 mi
Max Recorded
157,035 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mini One Clubman Auto

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

Best year
2011

88.5% MOT pass rate from 139 tests

Year to avoid
2009

70.1% MOT pass rate from 87 tests

The best year to buy a used Mini One Clubman Auto is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.5% across 139 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.1% — 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 Auto 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 Auto THIS CAR 85.3% 1,358 40,495 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
BMW X5 Sport Auto 63.2% 443 139,558 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Mini One Clubman Auto?

The Mini One Clubman Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.3% across 1,358 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 tyre has ply or cords exposed with 7 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 Auto 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 Auto owner drives around 4,019 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 Auto 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 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mini One Clubman Auto reliable?
Based on 1,358 MOT tests, the Mini One Clubman Auto has a 85.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mini One Clubman Auto?
The most common failure point is tyre has ply or cords exposed.
How many miles does a Mini One Clubman Auto do per year?
The typical Mini One Clubman Auto does around 4,019 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mini One Clubman Auto last?
Most Mini One Clubman Auto models stay on UK roads for around 17 years based on our analysis of 108 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mini One 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 Mini One Clubman Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mini One Clubman Auto is 2011 with a 88.5% pass rate across 139 tests.