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LJ13 DCV

2013 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

125,496 mi
Last recorded125,496 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ13 DCV
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 125,496 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2026 125,496 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 118,202 miles

Engine noisy, Aux belt area

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wipers smeary

Fail 28 May 2025 118,192 miles

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

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

Engine noisy, Aux belt area

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

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wipers smeary

Pass 29 May 2024 112,762 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm + perished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2024 112,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm + perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 106,624 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 100,892 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 95,616 miles

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))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 88,706 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2019 73,576 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 55,846 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 55,846 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 39,060 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 31,128 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 20,762 miles

advise rear tyres worn to 2 mm

Fail 24 Jun 2015 20,748 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

advise rear tyres worn to 2 mm

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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LJ13 DCV is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 LJ13 DCV, 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

How do I check the history of LJ13 DCV?

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What year was LJ13 DCV registered?

LJ13 DCV is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 13 March 2013.

Is LJ13 DCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ13 DCV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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