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SV13 VXB

2013 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

121,312 mi
Last recorded121,312 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV13 VXB
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 121,312 miles

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

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

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

manufactures covers fitted

Fail 22 Apr 2026 121,305 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

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

manufactures covers fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2025 117,547 miles

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front/rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight corrosion on front/rear suspension

Fail 22 Apr 2025 117,540 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front/rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight corrosion on front/rear suspension

Pass 22 Apr 2024 113,586 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Apr 2024 113,582 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 103,925 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2023 103,923 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2022 87,695 miles

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

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

front and rear suspension corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2021 75,238 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 68,353 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 58,307 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 55,391 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2018 55,391 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 46,346 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 Apr 2017 46,345 miles

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Apr 2016 37,146 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt buckle damaged

Fail 7 Apr 2016 37,146 miles

Nearside Rear seat belt buckle damaged

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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SV13 VXB is a 2013 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 SV13 VXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV13 VXB registered?

SV13 VXB is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 10 April 2013.

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The MOT history for SV13 VXB shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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