Mini Clubman: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 11,440 Mini Clubman cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2009 and 2024.
In a sample of 398 cars, 44% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, about as often as average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (11.8% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 4 recalls for this model; 0.1% of registered cars still have an open recall.
0.9% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 11.8% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 8.5% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 7.3% |
| Tyre damaged | 6.3% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 4.5% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 4.5% |
| Rear light not working (properly) | 3.3% |
| Tyre pressures on one axle unequal | 2.8% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 2.5% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 2.3% |
Share of 398 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 10.1% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 3% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 11,440 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.1% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 0.9% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2009 to 2024 |
All Mini Clubman passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-05-12 | electrical system | – | 1 |
| 2022-07-11 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 289 |
| 2020-07-17 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 17 |
| 2019-08-28 | steering | serious | 1 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Mini Clubman fail the APK?
In a sample of 398 cars first registered 2012–2021, 44% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Mini Clubman?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (11.8%), dipped beam incorrectly aimed (8.5%), tyre tread depth insufficient (7.3%).
Does the Mini Clubman have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 4 recalls. 0.1% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Mini models
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.