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SB13 VEA

2013 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,538 mi
Last recorded92,538 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB13 VEA
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 92,538 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 85,526 miles

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

engine cover fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2022 77,470 miles

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

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

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

engine cover fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2021 71,354 miles

engine cover fitted

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 67,362 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber slight split in middle (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 58,752 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 52,463 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

O/S/F tyre sidewall perished

Fail 17 Nov 2018 52,463 miles

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

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge

O/S/F tyre sidewall perished

Pass 2 Dec 2017 44,792 miles

Offside Front tyre perished

Fail 2 Dec 2017 44,792 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front tyre perished

Pass 6 Dec 2016 36,836 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 34,786 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre Damaged (staring to Feather) - N/S/F

Tyre Feathering - O/S/F

Washer Jet Not Working - N/S

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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SB13 VEA is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SB13 VEA, 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 SB13 VEA registered?

SB13 VEA is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 28 June 2013.

Is SB13 VEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB13 VEA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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