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NL13 HCD

2013 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,489 mi
Last recorded82,489 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL13 HCD
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 82,489 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Mar 2026 82,489 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 76,096 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 75,091 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 75,091 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 71,649 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 71,649 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 67,367 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2022 67,367 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 63,870 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2020 57,646 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 57,646 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 56,654 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 45,882 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 34,089 miles

Coolant low

Nearside Front Plastic body trim loosely attached.

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very worn/corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very worn/corroded (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Fail 4 Apr 2018 34,019 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Coolant low

Nearside Front Plastic body trim loosely attached.

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very worn/corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre perished shoulder

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very worn/corroded (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Mar 2017 25,248 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 18,604 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted full inspection not possible

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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NL13 HCD is a 2013 Mini First in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 NL13 HCD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL13 HCD registered?

NL13 HCD is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 25 March 2013.

Is NL13 HCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL13 HCD shows 18 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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