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

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Is the Mini One Clubman D reliable? We analysed 1,825 real MOT tests across 147 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,825 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
81.3%
Typical Mileage
74,290mi
Annual Mileage
6,609mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
16yrs

The Mini One Clubman D 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 D.

Mini One Clubman D Number Plates

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

Mini One Clubman D MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

80.3%
2012
79%
2011
84.5%
2010

Mini One Clubman D Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9

Mini One Clubman D Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28

Mini One Clubman D Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,919 mi/yr
Typical
6,609 mi/yr
Average
7,761 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,913 mi/yr

Mini One Clubman D MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2012 812 80.3% 47,323 71,467 97,672
2011 672 79.0% 51,351 76,751 105,695
2010 174 84.5% 42,644 69,532 97,835

How Long Does a Mini One Clubman D Last?

Based on 147 Mini One Clubman D vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.7 years
Median
13.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
16 years

Mini One Clubman D Mileage Distribution

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

Median
74,290 mi
75th Percentile
102,459 mi
95th Percentile
143,872 mi
Max Recorded
822,722 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mini One Clubman D

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

Best year
2010

84.5% MOT pass rate from 174 tests

Year to avoid
2011

79.0% MOT pass rate from 672 tests

The best year to buy a used Mini One Clubman D is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.5% across 174 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.0% — 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 D 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 D THIS CAR 81.3% 1,825 74,290 mi 16 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
Renault Trafic SL27 DCI 78.7% 761 112,233 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Mini One Clubman D?

The Mini One Clubman D has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.3% across 1,825 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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm with 13 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 D 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 D owner drives around 6,609 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 D models stay on UK roads for around 16 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 D — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mini One Clubman D reliable?
Based on 1,825 MOT tests, the Mini One Clubman D has a 81.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mini One Clubman D?
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm.
How many miles does a Mini One Clubman D do per year?
The typical Mini One Clubman D does around 6,609 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mini One Clubman D last?
Most Mini One Clubman D models stay on UK roads for around 16 years based on our analysis of 147 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mini One Clubman D?
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 D?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mini One Clubman D is 2010 with a 84.5% pass rate across 174 tests.