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CV13 ETU

2013 Mini First

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

102,500 mi
Last recorded102,500 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV13 ETU
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 102,500 miles

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

Nearside headlamp slightly insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 102,489 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside headlamp slightly insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 100,728 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 91,591 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 77,717 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 May 2022 63,887 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 63,246 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 60,396 miles

Front Brake Discs Worn

Rear Brake Discs Worn

Pass 18 Sep 2019 47,747 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 41,380 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 34,605 miles

Offside Front Inner tyre inner side wall splitting however meets mot requirements, attention advised.

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring various items.

Pass 17 Oct 2016 27,321 miles

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

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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CV13 ETU is a 2013 Mini First in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CV13 ETU, 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 CV13 ETU registered?

CV13 ETU is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 28 May 2013.

Is CV13 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV13 ETU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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