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VU13 AUT

2013 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2024
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

91,816 mi
Last recorded91,816 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU13 AUT
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2023 91,816 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 91,816 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 80,362 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 72,128 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 72,128 miles

Central Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 65,614 miles

Brake warning lamp illuminated

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

rear fog lamp and reverse lamp unit deteriorated

Fail 8 Dec 2020 65,614 miles

Brake warning lamp illuminated

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

rear fog lamp and reverse lamp unit deteriorated

Pass 27 Jun 2019 55,161 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 55,160 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer jet not working (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 52,512 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 52,511 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 44,235 miles

Nearside Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 8 Feb 2018 44,235 miles

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

Nearside Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 35,187 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 26,154 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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VU13 AUT is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2013 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 60,954 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 Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU13 AUT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 13 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU13 AUT registered?

VU13 AUT is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 15 March 2013.

Is VU13 AUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU13 AUT shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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