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LV13 VLU

2013 Mini One Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

107,526 mi
Last recorded107,526 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini One Auto36,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV13 VLU
MakeMini
ModelOne Auto
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 107,526 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 104,854 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 98,917 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2024 98,915 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 89,506 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 80,530 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2022 80,526 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/55/r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 73,359 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 16 Jul 2021 73,359 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 67,049 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 55,505 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Jun 2019 55,505 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer bald (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Jun 2018 44,144 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 36,202 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 33,298 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside tyre worn on edge very close to cord & cut

How Reliable is the Mini One Auto?

Based on 13,394 MOT tests across 1,084 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
3,690
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
1,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46
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LV13 VLU is a 2013 Mini One Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Mini One Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 36,838 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 One Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV13 VLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini One Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 13 years old, this Mini One Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LV13 VLU registered?

LV13 VLU is a 2013 Mini One Auto, first registered on 24 June 2013.

Is LV13 VLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV13 VLU 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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