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ET51 JEF

2013 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

119,618 mi
Last recorded119,618 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET51 JEF
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 119,618 miles

Front Bonnet Trim Loose

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2026 119,618 miles

Front Bonnet Trim Loose

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 111,929 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 105,241 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 105,241 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 96,875 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 85,020 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 80,890 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2021 80,889 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 76,948 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 69,121 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 55,955 miles

O/S number plate lamp inop.

Rear tyres perished and split.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Fail 1 Sep 2018 55,955 miles

O/S number plate lamp inop.

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

Rear tyres perished and split.

Under trays fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 7 Sep 2017 48,215 miles

No emission print out due to low emisions

Pass 7 Sep 2016 25,415 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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ET51 JEF is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ET51 JEF, 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 ET51 JEF registered?

ET51 JEF is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 2 December 2013.

Is ET51 JEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET51 JEF 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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