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LS13 RCV

2013 Mini John Cooper Works Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,549 mi
Last recorded47,549 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini John Cooper Works Auto30,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS13 RCV
MakeMini
ModelJohn Cooper Works Auto
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 47,549 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 43,925 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 40,005 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/R17 PIRELLI RUN FLAT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 31 Jul 2023 40,005 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45/R17 UNIROYAL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/R17 PIRELLI RUN FLAT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 36,965 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Aug 2021 29,663 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Jul 2020 24,221 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 20,943 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Jun 2018 17,843 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 15,955 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 15,952 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Apr 2016 12,523 miles

How Reliable is the Mini John Cooper Works Auto?

Based on 1,555 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
3,843
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7
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LS13 RCV is a 2013 Mini John Cooper Works Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Mini John Cooper Works Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 30,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini John Cooper Works Auto fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS13 RCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini John Cooper Works Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 13 years old, this Mini John Cooper Works Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LS13 RCV registered?

LS13 RCV is a 2013 Mini John Cooper Works Auto, first registered on 27 April 2013.

Is LS13 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS13 RCV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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