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LF13 YTU

2013 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

78,682 mi
Last recorded78,682 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF13 YTU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 78,682 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 78,682 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2025 76,238 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2025 76,238 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 68,545 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 59,286 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 47,505 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 46,363 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 43,596 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 24 Jul 2020 43,596 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 39,914 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 34,307 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 24,582 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 15,703 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 15,703 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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LF13 YTU is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Black 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 LF13 YTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF13 YTU registered?

LF13 YTU is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 13 June 2013.

Is LF13 YTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF13 YTU 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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