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LJ13 LEO

2013 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

101,362 mi
Last recorded101,362 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ13 LEO
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 101,362 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2026 101,362 miles

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

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

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 95,012 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 95,012 miles

Fuel pipe leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 92,604 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 88,925 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2023 88,925 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 84,767 miles

both font tyres worn very low on inner edge (border line very close to cords )

Pass 30 Jul 2021 79,615 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 75,626 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 70,356 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 63,053 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 49,285 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 48,906 miles

Registration plate lamp not working Both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 35,953 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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LJ13 LEO is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in White 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 LJ13 LEO, 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 LJ13 LEO registered?

LJ13 LEO is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 23 April 2013.

Is LJ13 LEO safe to buy?

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