Mini Clubman MOT Failure Rate — 15+ Years Old

29.9%
MOT failure rate for 15+-year-old Mini Clubman vehicles
Based on 164 MOT tests
1.9pp above the UK average (28%)

Mini Clubman in this age bracket has a 29.9% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: tyres and brakes.

Component Risk Breakdown (15+ Years)

Which parts of a 15+-year-old Mini Clubman are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Tyres 10.9%
Brakes 10.8%
Suspension 9.8%
Lamps & Electrics 9.5%
Steering 3.4%
Visibility 3.4%
Body & Chassis 1.2%

How Does This Compare?

Mini Clubman MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 11.6% 5,499 Tyres
3-5 years 12.7% 57,845 Tyres
6-10 years 17.5% 48,351 Tyres
11-15 years 34.6% 1,683 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 29.9% 164 Tyres

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 15+ year old Mini Clubman reliable?

15+-year-old Mini Clubman vehicles have a 29.9% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.

What are the common MOT failures on a 15+ year old Mini Clubman?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Tyres — 10.9% failure risk
  • Brakes — 10.8% failure risk
  • Suspension — 9.8% failure risk

How can I prepare my Mini Clubman for its MOT?

For a 15+-year-old Mini Clubman, focus on: (1) Tyres — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Mini Clubman Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 15+-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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