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D21 EMB

2013 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,057 mi
Last recorded83,057 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Mini (R57)45,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD21 EMB
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 83,057 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 11 Sep 2025 83,057 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 77,482 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 70,022 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front & offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 70,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front & offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 64,569 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 64,538 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 48,297 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 48,292 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 46,655 miles

Nearside Front Lower N/S/F wishbone bush split

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 36,519 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 36,519 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 26,971 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 20,495 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2014 8,745 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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D21 EMB is a 2013 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2013 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 45,205 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 Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D21 EMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 13 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D21 EMB registered?

D21 EMB is a 2013 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 18 February 2013.

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