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LM13 NLC

2013 Mini Cooper Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,142 mi
Last recorded53,142 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper Auto32,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM13 NLC
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 53,142 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 53,142 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 50,483 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 47,856 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2023 47,855 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords/ply being exposed on outside edge & worn close to wear indicators (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 44,965 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced only 50% of stop lamp working (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 42,062 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 42,062 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2020 39,583 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 39,583 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 May 2019 36,503 miles

Low tyre pressure warning light on.

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 32,672 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 27,490 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 22,221 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 22,221 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder worn (4.1.E.1)

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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LM13 NLC is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM13 NLC, 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 LM13 NLC registered?

LM13 NLC is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 14 May 2013.

Is LM13 NLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM13 NLC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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