2014 MINI Clubvan — MOT failures & pass rate
1,334 MOT tests on the 2014 MINI Clubvan are in this dataset, and 84.7% of them passed. That is 3.0 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 18.3%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 9.4% of all tests — 3.1 points clear of tyres, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, position lamp and washers — headlamp aim alone was recorded 49 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 15.7% versus 3.0%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 22.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 13.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 20.6% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 9.4% | 126 |
| 2 | Tyres | 6.3% | 84 |
| 3 | Visibility | 5.6% | 75 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.0% | 54 |
| 5 | Brakes | 3.4% | 45 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.0% | 13 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 49 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 49 |
| 3 | Washers | 47 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 41 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 41 |
| 6 | Wipers | 38 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 22.1% | 295 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.3% | 284 |
| 3 | Suspension | 14.1% | 188 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 8.5% | 113 |
| 5 | Visibility | 7.6% | 101 |
| 6 | Other defects | 4.3% | 58 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 33 | 3.0% |
| 30-60k | 315 | 12.7% |
| 60-90k | 411 | 16.8% |
| 90-120k | 345 | 15.4% |
| 120-150k | 160 | 18.8% |
| 150k+ | 70 | 15.7% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 1,016 | 15.7% |
| Petrol | 318 | 14.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 269 | 13.8% |
| 2022 | 267 | 12.0% |
| 2023 | 273 | 15.8% |
| 2024 | 258 | 14.3% |
| 2025 | 267 | 20.6% |
What to check before buying a 2014 Clubvan
On a 2014 Clubvan, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 9.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (9.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (6.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (5.6% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2014 MINI Clubvans pass their MOT?
84.7% of the 1,334 2014 MINI Clubvan MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 15.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2014 MINI Clubvan?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.4% of tests, followed by tyres (6.3%).
Does the 2014 Clubvan get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 3.0% in the 0-30k band to 15.7% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,334 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.