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MJ13 UVG

2013 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,048 mi
Last recorded53,048 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ13 UVG
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 53,048 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 23 Apr 2025 53,029 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Lower Radiator hose loose

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 7 May 2024 48,364 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2023 48,344 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 5 May 2022 48,307 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 48,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 39,779 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 34,283 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 30,233 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 25,554 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

tpms lamp on dash

Fail 12 Mar 2018 25,554 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19 areo (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18 (8.2.2)

tpms lamp on dash

Pass 8 Mar 2017 21,001 miles

Offside Front tyre tread 3.5mm

front pads 4mm

Fail 8 Mar 2017 21,001 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Offside Front tyre tread 3.5mm

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

front pads 4mm

Pass 12 Mar 2016 16,067 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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MJ13 UVG is a 2013 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2013 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 46,216 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MJ13 UVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 13 years old, this Mini First is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MJ13 UVG registered?

MJ13 UVG is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 25 May 2013.

Is MJ13 UVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ13 UVG shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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