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BF13 FMO

2013 Mini First

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

122,933 mi
Last recorded122,933 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF13 FMO
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 122,933 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2025 122,931 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Dec 2025 122,813 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 119,978 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 112,500 miles

Chip on windscreen

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Dec 2023 112,500 miles

Chip on windscreen

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 110,138 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 110,138 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 106,553 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 102,027 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 102,027 miles

Emissions not tested major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 96,124 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 96,124 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 91,571 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 85,722 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 78,872 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 63,911 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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BF13 FMO is a 2013 Mini First in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2013 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 46,216 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF13 FMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 13 years old, this Mini First is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF13 FMO registered?

BF13 FMO is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 30 March 2013.

Is BF13 FMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF13 FMO shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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