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BX13 VKU

2013 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,648 mi
Last recorded90,648 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX13 VKU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 90,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and outer side wall damage (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sides wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust heat shields loose

Pass 8 Oct 2024 84,479 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2024 84,478 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2023 78,150 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2022 71,316 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 60,940 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 52,151 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 46,119 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 36,367 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 36,367 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incoretly spaced (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2017 31,541 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 28,508 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 28,508 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 27,652 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BX13 VKU is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BX13 VKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX13 VKU registered?

BX13 VKU is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 22 March 2013.

Is BX13 VKU safe to buy?

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