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HE11 ELK

2013 Mini Cooper Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

53,891 mi
Last recorded53,891 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper Auto32,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHE11 ELK
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 53,891 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 53,891 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 37,775 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2025 37,775 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 34,022 miles

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 30,795 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2023 30,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 27,456 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 23,991 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 22,785 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 20,298 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 17,510 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 14,421 miles

Both rear tyres starting to perish/ crack

Engine bay and under vehicle covers fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 1 Jul 2016 11,068 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 11,068 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HE11 ELK is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HE11 ELK, 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 HE11 ELK registered?

HE11 ELK is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 27 June 2013.

Is HE11 ELK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HE11 ELK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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