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J21 DBT

2013 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,185 mi
Last recorded87,185 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ21 DBT
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 87,185 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2025 80,098 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 79,402 miles

both front tyres showing signs of perishing

both rear tyres cracking in the tread

rear brake discs showing signs of corrosion

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 6 Nov 2023 78,229 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2023 78,223 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 69,816 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Nov 2022 69,816 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 62,826 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 55,586 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 55,586 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade defective (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 51,745 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 51,745 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2018 44,705 miles

both rear tyres have age cracks.

Pass 7 Aug 2017 37,516 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 28,855 miles

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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J21 DBT is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 J21 DBT, 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 J21 DBT registered?

J21 DBT is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 4 September 2013.

Is J21 DBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J21 DBT 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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