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FR62 APZ

2013 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,388 mi
Last recorded127,388 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR62 APZ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2025 127,388 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 118,312 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 115,157 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre out of shape

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

coolant low

Pass 7 Jan 2022 110,671 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 110,671 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 105,470 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Mar 2021 105,470 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 99,444 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 84,769 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2019 84,769 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 73,143 miles

Nearside Front TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE

PLASTIC UNDER TRAYS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST NOT ALLOWING FULL UNDER BODY INSPECTION

Fail 19 Mar 2018 73,143 miles

Nearside Front TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

PLASTIC UNDER TRAYS FITTED AT TIME OF TEST NOT ALLOWING FULL UNDER BODY INSPECTION

Pass 24 Feb 2017 58,826 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 48,783 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 48,783 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FR62 APZ is a 2013 Mini First in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FR62 APZ, 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.

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What year was FR62 APZ registered?

FR62 APZ is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 15 February 2013.

Is FR62 APZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR62 APZ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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