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L20 VSH

2013 Mini Cooper Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

117,004 mi
Last recorded117,004 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper Auto32,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 VSH
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 117,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Offside Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 106,659 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Lower Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Mar 2024 96,230 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

condensation in rear centre fog light

Pass 3 Mar 2023 87,705 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Mar 2023 87,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Mar 2022 79,559 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 72,746 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 67,493 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 48,980 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 30,805 miles

offside rear tyre slightly perished on outer sidewall

Pass 4 Mar 2017 17,083 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 15,948 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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L20 VSH is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L20 VSH, 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 L20 VSH registered?

L20 VSH is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 26 September 2013.

Is L20 VSH safe to buy?

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