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LF13 XYU

2013 Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

68,836 mi
Last recorded68,836 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto36,186 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF13 XYU
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 68,836 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 62,100 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2025 62,089 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2024 57,201 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2024 57,201 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 51,968 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 47,924 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 46,605 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 45,096 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 42,124 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 34,956 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 27,175 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 18,324 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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LF13 XYU is a 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 36,186 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF13 XYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 13 years old, this Mini Cooper S Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF13 XYU registered?

LF13 XYU is a 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is LF13 XYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF13 XYU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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