MINI Clubman years to avoid? MOT pass rate by year
All 4 MINI Clubman years have MOT pass rates above the average for vehicles first used in the same year.
- Below the average for their first-use yearNone
- Above the average for their first-use year2015–2018
- Can't be told apart from averageNone
The MOT pass rate is one signal, not the whole story. An MOT checks safety and emissions on the day of the test. It doesn't record gearbox or engine faults, and a pass rate also reflects mileage and upkeep, so the table shows median mileage too. Whatever the year, the car in front of you matters more than its model's average.
First-time pass rate, all years together: initial tests passed with no repairs. 95% range 78.9% to 79.9%.
In 2025, 79.4% of the 24,816 initial MOT tests on MINI Clubman cars were passed with no repairs. The same-age average, for all vehicles first used in the same years, was 77.3%. That is 2.1 points above the same-age average.
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MINI Clubman MOT pass rate by year
| Year | Chart | Testsmedian miles | Passed first time | Against all vehicles that year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018age 7 | 6,27449,000 | 82.4%±1.0 | +1.5 ptsall: 80.9% | |
| 2017age 8 | 8,16556,600 | 80.0%±0.9 | +1.8 ptsall: 78.2% | |
| 2016age 9 | 8,94264,800 | 77.2%±0.9 | +2.3 ptsall: 74.9% | |
| 2015age 10 | 1,43569,400 | 77.4%±2.3 | +5.5 ptsall: 71.9% |
Tests are initial MOT tests in 2025, not retests. Median miles is the middle odometer reading at the test: half had more, half had less. ± is the 95% margin of error in points (Wilson interval): a difference smaller than that could be chance. Years without a link have fewer than 10,000 tests, so they are listed here but don't have their own page.
When a car's mileage doesn't add upDoes mileage matter?
88.2% of MINI Clubman tests under 30,000 miles passed first time, against 72.5% at 90,000 to 119,999 miles. For all vehicles of the same age and mileage, the figures are 87.5% and 70.5%.
| Miles at the test | Tests | Passed first time | Against all vehicles, same age and mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 30,000 | 2,057 | 88.2%±1.5 | +0.7 ptsall: 87.5% |
| 30,000–59,999 | 11,224 | 81.3%±0.8 | +1.0 ptsall: 80.3% |
| 60,000–89,999 | 8,787 | 77.1%±0.9 | +2.6 ptsall: 74.5% |
| 90,000–119,999 | 2,299 | 72.5%±1.9 | +2.0 ptsall: 70.5% |
Against all vehicles of the same age and mileage, Clubman tests were about average under 30,000 miles and above average at 30,000 to 119,999 miles.
Mileage is only one factor. How a car has been driven and looked after matters too. These figures show an association across all MINI Clubman tests in 2025, not what mileage does to a particular car.
Mileage is the odometer reading at the initial test. Each band is compared with all vehicles first used in the same year with a reading in the same band, weighted by this model's own tests in each year. Bands need at least 1,000 tests. Not shown, with fewer than 1,000 tests: 120,000 or more. 6 tests (under 0.1%) had no usable odometer reading and are left out. How we count
Common Clubman problems at the MOT
MOT records show roadworthiness faults, not engine or gearbox problems. Each year page compares that year's failure areas with all vehicles first used in the same year.
Most common MOT failures on the MINI Clubman
| Defect | Share of failed tests | All vehicles, same age |
|---|---|---|
| Stop lamp not workingLights and electrics | 18.4%941 tests | 4.7% |
| Coil spring fractured or brokenSuspension | 12.8%652 tests | 9.0% |
| Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cordsTyres | 11.0%560 tests | 5.9% |
| Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mmTyres | 8.6%441 tests | 9.3% |
| Wiper does not clear the windscreen effectivelyWindscreen, wipers, mirrors | 7.0%357 tests | 6.7% |
| Brake pads less than 1.5 mm thickBrakes | 6.7%343 tests | 8.6% |
| Tyre has ply or cords exposedTyres | 5.9%303 tests | 4.9% |
| Side repeaters not workingLights and electrics | 5.9%300 tests | 1.5% |
| Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structureTyres | 5.7%291 tests | 1.9% |
| Headlamp aim too highLights and electrics | 4.4%226 tests | 2.7% |
These are failures recorded at initial MOT tests in 2025. Retests are not counted. "All vehicles, same age" is the same defect's share of failed tests for all vehicles first used in the same years, weighted by the Clubman's failed tests in each year. How we count
What to check when viewing a Clubman
Lights and electrics
- Ask the seller to help you check every light: dipped and main beam, brake lights, indicators, fog lights and the number plate lamp.
- Look for cracked, misted or yellowed headlight lenses.
- Warning lights on the dashboard should come on with the ignition and go out once the engine starts.
Tyres
- Check the tread on every tyre. The legal minimum for cars is 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread.
- Look for cuts, bulges, and wear on only the inner or outer edge, which can point to an alignment problem.
- Check that the spare wheel or the tyre repair kit is there.
Suspension
- Push down hard on each corner. The car should rise once and settle, not keep bouncing.
- On the test drive, listen for knocks or clunks over speed bumps and potholes.
- The car should sit level when parked on flat ground.
Windscreen, wipers, mirrors
- Look for chips and cracks in the windscreen, especially in front of the driver.
- Run the wipers and washers. The blades should clear the screen without smearing.
- Check both door mirrors and the rear-view mirror are intact and adjust.
Then read the car's own MOT history. Advisories in the same area at several tests are worth asking about.
Check a Clubman's MOT historyAfter an MOT advisory
Tyres
Of MINI Clubman cars that passed their 2024 MOT with a tyre advisory and came back for their next MOT 10–14 months later, 8.8% failed on tyres, against 6.1% of similar cars with nothing noted. Based on 4,083 and 12,520 cars.
Cars not tested again in that window are not included: 9.5% of those with a tyre advisory and 8.8% of the others.
Brakes
Of MINI Clubman cars that passed their 2024 MOT with a brake advisory and came back for their next MOT 10–14 months later, 4.9% failed on brakes, against 1.8% of similar cars with nothing noted. Based on 2,020 and 14,601 cars.
Cars not tested again in that window are not included: 9.9% of those with a brake advisory and 8.9% of the others.
Similar cars are the same model, first-use year and mileage band. Areas are the DVSA's top-level groups, so the later fail may not be the fault that was advised. These figures describe what happened to these cars. They don't show what a repair would have changed.
How we worked this outAll models compared, with the dataMINI Clubman questions
Which MINI Clubman years have lower MOT pass rates?
Compared with all vehicles first used in the same year, no model year is clearly below average. Above average: 2015–2018. A pass rate is one signal: it also reflects mileage and upkeep, and doesn't record engine or gearbox faults.
Is the MINI Clubman reliable?
MOT results show only part of the picture. In 2025, 79.4% of initial MOT tests on MINI Clubman cars were passed with no repairs, against a same-age average of 77.3%. That is 2.1 points above average. An MOT checks safety and emissions on the day of the test. It doesn't measure breakdowns, engine or gearbox faults, or repair costs.
What are the most common MINI Clubman problems at the MOT?
The most common failure areas are lights and electrics (in 35.5% of failed tests), tyres (in 34.5% of failed tests) and suspension (in 20.6% of failed tests). A failed test can count in more than one area.
What mileage is normal for a 10-year-old MINI Clubman?
At their 2025 MOT tests, MINI Clubman cars first used in 2015, about 10 years old, had a median of 69,400 miles. Half had more and half had less.
How do I check a specific Clubman's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free check. It lists that car's own MOT results, the faults and advisories recorded and the mileage at each test, and flags repeated advisories and mileage that goes down.
Check a car's MOT history for freeWhat MOT data can't tell you about any MINI Clubman
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.
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Points above (+) or below (−) the same-age average for all vehicles.
Cars ranked by MOT pass rate, by ageSource: DVSA anonymised MOT tests, 2025. For guidance only: these figures describe all MINI Clubman cars tested, not the one you're looking at. How we count