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KX59 ALE

2013 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,722 mi
Last recorded96,722 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX59 ALE
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 96,722 miles

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

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

Nearside Front 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))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2025 85,146 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 81,563 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 76,473 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 4mm and starting to wear on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning led missing from high level stop lamp. (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2022 69,340 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2021 62,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2021 62,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 58,067 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2020 58,062 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 51,004 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 40,745 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 32,385 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 25,022 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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KX59 ALE is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KX59 ALE, 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 KX59 ALE registered?

KX59 ALE is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 10 September 2013.

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