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NG13 JCU

2013 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

90,284 mi
Last recorded90,284 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG13 JCU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 90,284 miles

front to rear rigid brake pipes reacting under coating

rear tyres wearing inside edges

Fail 9 Jul 2026 90,282 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

front to rear rigid brake pipes reacting under coating

rear tyres wearing inside edges

Pass 3 Jul 2025 83,308 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 83,304 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 70,889 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 61,273 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 59,400 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 59,400 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing nut missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 56,007 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 53,613 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 51,081 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 51,081 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 48,299 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 48,299 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 45,458 miles

under-trays fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2016 40,198 miles

under covers fitted

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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NG13 JCU is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 NG13 JCU, 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 NG13 JCU registered?

NG13 JCU is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 7 August 2013.

Is NG13 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG13 JCU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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