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LL13 BUO

2013 Mini Cooper S Auto

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,728 mi
Last recorded66,728 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto36,186 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL13 BUO
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 66,728 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edges corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Full covers/shields and undertrays/side covers obscuring viewing some testable components

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount/bush both sides NS and OS (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 66,722 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edges corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Full covers/shields and undertrays/side covers obscuring viewing some testable components

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount/bush both sides NS and OS (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 63,244 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edges corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount/bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount/bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission bellhousing (lower) area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

covers and shields fitted

Pass 23 Jan 2024 60,623 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 57,549 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 57,547 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2022 55,368 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 52,756 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 50,822 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 42,244 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre worn out of shape

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 26,381 miles

Advise both sides rear tires out of shape and perishing.

Advise engine auxiliary belt worn and splitting.

Fail 13 Jun 2018 26,381 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Advise both sides rear tires out of shape and perishing.

Advise engine auxiliary belt worn and splitting.

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 11,533 miles

Offside Front tyre has age cracking

Pass 9 May 2016 8,571 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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LL13 BUO is a 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LL13 BUO, 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.

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What year was LL13 BUO registered?

LL13 BUO is a 2013 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 17 May 2013.

Is LL13 BUO safe to buy?

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