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BG13 BHU

2013 Mini Cooper D

Brown Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

163,496 mi
Last recorded163,496 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 BHU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 163,496 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2026 163,496 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Both front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 155,705 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2025 155,705 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 147,327 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 139,124 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Jan 2023 139,121 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2022 132,439 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side front (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Jan 2022 132,439 miles

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

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 119,643 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced upper bulb in/op. (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2021 119,643 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced upper bulb in/op. (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 104,715 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 90,236 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 76,423 miles

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 1 Feb 2017 61,168 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 51,497 miles

Nearside Front Child seat fitted unable to check complete

Offside Front slight fraying on seatbelt

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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BG13 BHU is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Brown with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BG13 BHU, 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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BG13 BHU is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 22 June 2013.

Is BG13 BHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG13 BHU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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