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RF62 HBG

2013 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

95,653 mi
Last recorded95,653 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF62 HBG
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 95,653 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Nov 2025 95,653 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Nov 2024 91,669 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2023 88,858 miles

rear sub frame very rusty

Fail 24 Nov 2023 88,858 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

rear sub frame very rusty

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Nov 2022 85,225 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

rear subframe rusty

Pass 21 Oct 2021 82,120 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 82,119 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 80,753 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

sill covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Dec 2019 79,246 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 73,773 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Front brake pads low

Fail 19 Mar 2019 73,656 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Front brake pads low

Pass 29 Mar 2018 62,141 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Some perishing to both rear tyres

Unable to check rear seat belts due to luggage

Fail 26 Mar 2018 62,046 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Some perishing to both rear tyres

Unable to check rear seat belts due to luggage

Pass 13 Mar 2017 50,575 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 50,575 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users bulb fitted incorrectly (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 37,489 miles

Rear brake pads close to minimum thickness, and rear brake discs pitted.

Fail 21 Mar 2016 37,489 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/65x15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear brake pads close to minimum thickness, and rear brake discs pitted.

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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RF62 HBG is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 RF62 HBG, 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.

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What year was RF62 HBG registered?

RF62 HBG is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 13 February 2013.

Is RF62 HBG safe to buy?

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