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FM13 LXT

2013 Mini Cooper S

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

98,938 mi
Last recorded98,938 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper S45,332 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM13 LXT
MakeMini
ModelCooper S
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 98,938 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 98,938 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Also cut to cords on inside sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2024 84,703 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 84,631 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 84,631 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 78,765 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 78,393 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 70,307 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread left (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 58,042 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 50,595 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 40,674 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 23 Aug 2017 40,673 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Aug 2016 31,438 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S?

Based on 632,556 MOT tests across 100,336 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
5,231
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
100,336
On UK Roads
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FM13 LXT is a 2013 Mini Cooper S in Black 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 Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 45,332 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 13 years old, this Mini Cooper S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM13 LXT registered?

FM13 LXT is a 2013 Mini Cooper S, first registered on 24 August 2013.

Is FM13 LXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM13 LXT 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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