Mini Clubman
From 41,323 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Clubmans fare better: 2019 models pass at 88.9% vs 83.7% for 2015.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 1,205 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 1,205 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 680 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 523 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 395 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 352 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 349 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 280 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 182 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 180 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 155 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 53.5% of failures are serious: 45.3% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 8.2% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £76.
Mini Clubman on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 932 scrapped or exported in the past year with only 49 newly registered, a net loss of 883. At this rate, roughly 65.5 years until none remain.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 56,092 | 1,805 | +7 | -241 | -234 |
| 2025 Q2 | 56,420 | 1,711 | +13 | -61 | -48 |
| 2025 Q1 | 56,529 | 1,650 | +11 | -169 | -158 |
| 2024 Q4 | 56,803 | 1,534 | +18 | -461 | -443 |
| 2024 Q3 | 57,377 | 1,403 | +6 | -98 | -92 |
| 2024 Q2 | 57,515 | 1,357 | +76 | -0 | +187 |
| 2024 Q1 | 57,371 | 1,314 | +682 | -204 | +478 |
| 2023 Q4 | 57,028 | 1,179 | +511 | -266 | +245 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clubman Cooper | Diesel | 7,132 | 15% |
| Cooper Clubman | Petrol | 4,560 | 9% |
| Clubman Cooper Auto | Petrol | 3,830 | 8% |
| Clubman Cooper Classic | Petrol | 3,779 | 8% |
| Clubman Cooper D | Diesel | 3,419 | 7% |
| Clubman Cooper Exclusive Auto | Petrol | 3,311 | 7% |
| Cooper D Clubman | Diesel | 2,787 | 6% |
| Clubman Cooper Classic Auto | Petrol | 2,663 | 6% |
| Clubman Cooper S Exclusive A | Petrol | 2,385 | 5% |
| Clubman Cooper S | Petrol | 2,199 | 5% |
| Cooper Clubman D | Diesel | 2,045 | 4% |
| Clubman Cooper S Auto | Petrol | 2,036 | 4% |
| Cooper S Clubman | Petrol | 1,608 | 3% |
| Clubman Cooper D Auto | Diesel | 1,262 | 3% |
| Clubman Cooper Exclusive | Petrol | 1,069 | 2% |
| Clubman Cooper S Sport Auto | Petrol | 1,069 | 2% |
| Clubman Cooper S Classic Auto | Petrol | 915 | 2% |
| Clubman Cooper Black | Petrol | 756 | 2% |
| Clubman Cooper Sport Auto | Petrol | 729 | 2% |
| Clubman Cooper Sport | Petrol | 714 | 1% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 88.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2018 | 87.2% | a tyre seriously damaged, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2017 | 85.1% | a tyre seriously damaged, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2016 | 84.4% | a tyre seriously damaged, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
7 earlier years
| 2015 | 83.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened |
| 2013 | 78.2% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources |
| 2012 | 71% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2011 | 81.7% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2010 | 65.7% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits |
| 2009 | 67.8% | emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits, emissions levels exceed default limits |
| 2008 | 71.8% | emissions levels exceed default limits, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits |
Typical mileage
Half of all Clubmans tested had between 31,138 and 61,122 miles on the clock.
At 41,983 median miles, the Clubman has 0.035 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Mini models
| Mini Mini | 71.5% |
| Mini Cooper | 87% |
| Mini Cooper S | 88.5% |
| Mini Countryman | 88.5% |
| Mini One | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Mini Clubman MOT pass rate?
The Mini Clubman has a 85.1% MOT pass rate based on 41,323 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mini Clubman?
The most common MOT failure on the Mini Clubman is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 1,205 failures. Other common issues include stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
How many Mini Clubmans are on UK roads?
There are 56,092 Mini Clubmans currently licensed on UK roads, with 1,805 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Mini Clubman at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mini Clubman is 41,983 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 31,138 and 61,122 miles.
Buying a used Clubman?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.