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LV13 FHM

2013 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

98,702 mi
Last recorded98,702 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV13 FHM
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 98,702 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 27 Dec 2025 98,645 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 93,954 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2024 93,954 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 83,943 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (205/45/17) (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 83,943 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (205/45/17) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 59,422 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 51,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (205/45/17) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (205/45/17) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 18 Nov 2021 51,374 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (205/45/17) (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (205/45/17) (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 48,768 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 48,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2019 44,429 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 44,429 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 37,256 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 37,256 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 33,446 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 25,982 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 25,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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LV13 FHM is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LV13 FHM, 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.

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What year was LV13 FHM registered?

LV13 FHM is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 3 June 2013.

Is LV13 FHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV13 FHM shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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