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LJ13 VUK

2013 Mini Cooper Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,166 mi
Last recorded23,166 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper Auto32,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ13 VUK
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 23,166 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 23,166 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 15,281 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 14,628 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 13,743 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 12,281 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 11,039 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 10,216 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 8,886 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 7,733 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 7,655 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 6,500 miles

wipers smearing

Pass 9 Mar 2016 5,363 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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LJ13 VUK is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LJ13 VUK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ13 VUK registered?

LJ13 VUK is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 15 March 2013.

Is LJ13 VUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ13 VUK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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