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GU13 HEJ

2013 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

151,057 mi
Last recorded151,057 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU13 HEJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2025 151,057 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 138,812 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2024 138,812 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 127,355 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 115,436 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 109,469 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 109,469 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 104,588 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 91,573 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 77,849 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2017 67,872 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 53,814 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear tyre cuts in tread but not to cords

Offside Rear tyre starting to wear low inner edge

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread and cracked (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Feb 2016 53,814 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear tyre cuts in tread but not to cords

Offside Rear tyre starting to wear low inner edge

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread and cracked (6.3.1d)

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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GU13 HEJ is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GU13 HEJ, 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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What year was GU13 HEJ registered?

GU13 HEJ is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 26 March 2013.

Is GU13 HEJ safe to buy?

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