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AE13 TCZ

2013 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,526 mi
Last recorded83,526 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE13 TCZ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 83,526 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 20 Aug 2025 83,526 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

plastic under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Aug 2024 74,877 miles

Manufacturers protective under trays fitted preventing inspection of components.

Pass 23 Sep 2023 67,502 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 60,232 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Advancing wear to front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2021 51,102 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 44,299 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2020 44,116 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 37,539 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 35,524 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 35,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 27,058 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 27,057 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 26,565 miles

Rear tyres perished on side walls

Fail 3 Mar 2018 26,565 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear tyres perished on side walls

Pass 4 Mar 2017 24,026 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 19,646 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted full inspection not possible

Fail 12 Feb 2016 19,646 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

undertrays and engine covers fitted full inspection not possible

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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AE13 TCZ is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 60,954 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE13 TCZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 13 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE13 TCZ registered?

AE13 TCZ is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 7 March 2013.

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