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PN63 VAU

2013 Mini Cooper Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

66,518 mi
Last recorded66,518 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper Auto32,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN63 VAU
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 66,518 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2025 55,263 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 44,126 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2024 44,126 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 39,979 miles

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

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

Fail 10 Jul 2023 39,979 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front washers (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 31,523 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 7 Jul 2022 31,523 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 14 May 2021 28,633 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 28,277 miles
Fail 12 May 2020 28,277 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 27,045 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 22,815 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 14,050 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 12,321 miles

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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PN63 VAU is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto in Grey 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 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 PN63 VAU, 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.

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What year was PN63 VAU registered?

PN63 VAU is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is PN63 VAU safe to buy?

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