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SL13 FLF

2013 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

78,018 mi
Last recorded78,018 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL13 FLF
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 78,018 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 77,516 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 66,772 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 61,318 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2022 61,318 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 61,277 miles

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

exhaust flexi poor condition

Fail 4 Jul 2022 61,277 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn, cracked & perished (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

engine oil level low

exhaust flexi poor condition

tpms light on

Pass 12 Jul 2021 52,557 miles

o\s\f tyre worn on 2mm inner outer edges 175/65r15

Fail 12 Jul 2021 52,557 miles

Nearside Front Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault brake pad sensor (1.7 (b))

o\s\f tyre worn on 2mm inner outer edges 175/65r15

Pass 6 Jul 2020 42,951 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 42,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

coolant level low

oil level low

Pass 15 Jun 2019 34,886 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2018 30,853 miles

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

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

Fail 25 May 2018 30,853 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 27,877 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 27,877 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 17,691 miles

Nearside Front wearing on outer edge

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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SL13 FLF is a 2013 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2013 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 46,216 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL13 FLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 13 years old, this Mini First is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SL13 FLF registered?

SL13 FLF is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is SL13 FLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL13 FLF shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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