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W123 ELM

2013 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,784 mi
Last recorded25,784 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW123 ELM
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2026 25,784 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 20,535 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 14,932 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 14,395 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2022 13,842 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 13,270 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 12,848 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 12,405 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 11,638 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 10,680 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 8,786 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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W123 ELM is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W123 ELM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W123 ELM registered?

W123 ELM is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 8 July 2013.

Is W123 ELM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W123 ELM shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W123 ELM have outstanding finance?

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