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SM63 DLU

2013 Mini Cooper

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,244 mi
Last recorded69,244 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper44,412 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM63 DLU
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 69,244 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2025 69,244 miles

Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 65,079 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 63,116 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 59,861 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2022 59,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 56,240 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 12 Oct 2021 56,240 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 51,895 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 51,895 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak o/s and n/s (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 43,464 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2019 43,459 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2018 31,769 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 20,731 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 16,974 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper?

Based on 1,705,479 MOT tests across 247,583 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
247,583
On UK Roads
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SM63 DLU is a 2013 Mini Cooper in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 44,412 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 13 years old, this Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM63 DLU registered?

SM63 DLU is a 2013 Mini Cooper, first registered on 4 December 2013.

Is SM63 DLU safe to buy?

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