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VA13 FLK

2013 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,515 mi
Last recorded99,515 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA13 FLK
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 99,515 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 87,109 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 78,558 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres are wearing on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 78,545 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres are wearing on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 70,479 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 70,475 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 60,825 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge and cracks in side walls (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 55,543 miles

n/s/r tyre cracks in side wall

Fail 27 Jul 2020 55,529 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

n/s/r tyre cracks in side wall

Pass 12 Jul 2019 46,148 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

cracks in side walls of rear tyres

Pass 18 Jul 2018 34,379 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 20,706 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 15,268 miles

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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VA13 FLK is a 2013 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VA13 FLK, 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 VA13 FLK registered?

VA13 FLK is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 8 August 2013.

Is VA13 FLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA13 FLK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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