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A8 ALB

2013 Mini Cooper

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 3456cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

18,925 mi
Last recorded18,925 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper44,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 ALB
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine3,456cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 18,925 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2025 114,246 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 17,442 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 110,712 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 15,635 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 104,402 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 14,672 miles

Nearside Front Outer brake disc scored

Offside Rear tyre slightly cracking

Fail 12 Aug 2023 14,672 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer brake disc scored

Offside Rear tyre slightly cracking

Pass 20 Dec 2022 94,955 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 12,419 miles

Undershields fitted not allowing ful inspection of vehicle.

Pass 17 Dec 2021 91,292 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 10,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Undershields and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 22 Dec 2020 86,227 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 9,851 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jul 2020 9,843 miles

Offside Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Pass 17 Dec 2019 78,713 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 66,259 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 56,599 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 45,924 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 24,686 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 24,686 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper?

Based on 1,705,479 MOT tests across 247,583 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
247,583
On UK Roads
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A8 ALB is a 2013 Mini Cooper in Black with a 3,456cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2013 Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 44,412 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 ALB registered?

A8 ALB is a 2013 Mini Cooper, first registered on 2 January 2013.

Is A8 ALB safe to buy?

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