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LJ63 VGP

2013 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,756 mi
Last recorded102,756 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ63 VGP
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 102,756 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2026 102,756 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2025 95,687 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 95,686 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 88,121 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 88,121 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 81,706 miles

Vehicle fitted with undertrays unable to inspect brake pipes

Pass 5 Jul 2022 80,872 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 77,623 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front SIDE LAMP LENS DAMAGED

Pass 30 Sep 2020 72,840 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 72,840 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2019 59,264 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 47,534 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 28 Sep 2017 43,675 miles

Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

N/s/f tyre worn on edges.

Pass 19 Sep 2016 34,692 miles

front wipers poor

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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LJ63 VGP is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Blue 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 LJ63 VGP, 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 LJ63 VGP registered?

LJ63 VGP is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 10 October 2013.

Is LJ63 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ63 VGP 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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