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H17 BDS

2013 Mini Cooper Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,281 mi
Last recorded47,281 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper Auto32,589 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 BDS
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 47,281 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 42,287 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 38,498 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 36,182 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 33,844 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 33,844 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear very corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside front spotlight not working with main beam headlights.

Pass 28 Nov 2019 32,583 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 32,583 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 27,903 miles

All tyres perishing & starting to crack

Chip in windscreen

Pass 30 Nov 2017 23,857 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 18,012 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 16,891 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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H17 BDS is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 32,589 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H17 BDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was H17 BDS registered?

H17 BDS is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 25 February 2013.

Is H17 BDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H17 BDS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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