MINI John Cooper Works Clubman (2013)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 71 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,228

£186/month

MOT Pass Rate

79%

Average

Road Tax

£275

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1598cc Petrol

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79% pass rate, £2,228/year to run. Close to the average across all models.

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Petrol1598cc13 years old71 tests58k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1598cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Estimated CO2 band

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£500

Total per year£2,228

Per month£186/mo

Per week£43/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

79% MOT pass rate(Average)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the MINI brand average of 84%.

79% of MOT tests on MINI John Cooper Works Clubmans from 2013 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 11 years old. That's based on 71 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 57,931 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2013 models414th of 588(bottom half)

Rank among MINI models264th of 335(bottom 22%)

vs average of all models-3%(82% avg)

vs 2013 models average-1%(80% avg)

vs MINI average-5%(84% avg)

Mileage Analysis

57,931

Average miles

81,400

Expected for age

The average 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman had 57,931 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is below the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Vauxhall Corsa

2015 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,153/year

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Ford Focus

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£2,228/year

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Nissan Qashqai

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About the 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman

The 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman is a small family car. Our records list a 1598cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 71 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all models from 2013, the average MOT pass rate is 80%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 57,931 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, MINI John Cooper Works Clubman owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman Fuel Costs

The 1598cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,228 (£186/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 79% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman

At 13 years old, the MINI John Cooper Works Clubman is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 71 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
MINI John Cooper Works Clubman(2013)	79%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228
Vauxhall Corsa(2015)	78%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,153-£75
Ford Focus(2013)	78%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,228same
Nissan Qashqai(2015)	81%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003-£225
Volkswagen Polo(2015)	82%	£1,175	£170	Grp 5-15	£1,750-£478

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman

Is the 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. 79% of MOT tests on 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubmans ended in a pass, from 71 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 3 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,228 a year (£186 a month): £1,398 fuel, £275 road tax, £55 MOT and £500 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman?

79% of 71 MOT tests on the 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 414th of 588 models first registered in 2013 (bottom half).

What is the average mileage for a 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2013 MINI John Cooper Works Clubman is 57,931 miles, which is below the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.