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GL63 VBY

2013 Mini Cooper S Auto

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

47,413 mi
Last recorded47,413 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto36,186 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL63 VBY
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2013
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 47,413 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 37,885 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2025 37,885 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 29,901 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2023 21,892 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 21,631 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 20,908 miles

o/side rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Jul 2020 20,133 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 18,347 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 15,580 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 12,731 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 9,269 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 6,283 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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GL63 VBY is a 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 36,186 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL63 VBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL63 VBY registered?

GL63 VBY is a 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 1 September 2013.

Is GL63 VBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL63 VBY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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