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R26 ELF

2013 Mini Countryman

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

113,975 mi
Last recorded113,975 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Countryman51,612 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 ELF
MakeMini
ModelCountryman
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 113,975 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2025 104,053 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 93,543 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 79,685 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 79,541 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 77,758 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 77,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perish tear/cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perish tear/cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perish tear/cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perish tear/cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2020 73,501 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 73,501 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 68,874 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 62,106 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 50,635 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 40,182 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman?

Based on 669,227 MOT tests across 102,420 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
5,793
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
102,420
On UK Roads
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R26 ELF is a 2013 Mini Countryman in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Mini Countryman models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 51,612 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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

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What year was R26 ELF registered?

R26 ELF is a 2013 Mini Countryman, first registered on 19 December 2013.

Is R26 ELF safe to buy?

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