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HR04 WEL

2013 Mini First

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,392 mi
Last recorded84,392 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHR04 WEL
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 84,392 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 63,859 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2024 63,859 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases fleix (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 60,499 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 60,497 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high wont adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 55,641 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 51,598 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 47,390 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 May 2019 42,782 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 39,969 miles

puncture repair kit expired

Fail 8 May 2018 39,967 miles

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

puncture repair kit expired

Pass 12 May 2017 32,052 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 32,049 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked on sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cracked to cord (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cracked to cord (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 17 May 2016 29,117 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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HR04 WEL is a 2013 Mini First in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 46,216 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HR04 WEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 13 years old, this Mini First is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HR04 WEL registered?

HR04 WEL is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 18 May 2013.

Is HR04 WEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HR04 WEL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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