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SW13 UMT

2013 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

140,810 mi
Last recorded140,810 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Mini (R57)45,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW13 UMT
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 140,810 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2025 136,210 miles

advise front and rear subframes corroded but not excessive

Fail 3 Apr 2025 136,210 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

advise front and rear subframes corroded but not excessive

advise o/s/f fog lamp inoperative

Pass 10 Apr 2024 129,428 miles

advise front and rear subframes corroded but not excessive

advise o/s/f tyre worn on edges and tread is low advise to replace

advise slight oil leak at engine

Pass 11 Apr 2023 124,674 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 115,938 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2022 115,938 miles

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

Nearside Front 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))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 100,719 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 90,076 miles

Nearside Front Front tyres. Either side of the central three-quarters of the tyre is devoid of tread (‘bald’).

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

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

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

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

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

Under trays obscuring some underside components unable to fully inspect

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 72,895 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 61,875 miles

Central Front Front grill damaged but not insecure

Central Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre 0mm outer shoulder

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished

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

Offside Rear tyre perished

Fail 10 Apr 2018 61,875 miles

Central Front Front grill damaged but not insecure

Central Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre 0mm outer shoulder

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished

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

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

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 28 Mar 2017 46,705 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 46,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 25,674 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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SW13 UMT is a 2013 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 45,205 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 Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW13 UMT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 13 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SW13 UMT registered?

SW13 UMT is a 2013 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 30 March 2013.

Is SW13 UMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW13 UMT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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