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PJ13 RVU

2013 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,928 mi
Last recorded87,928 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ13 RVU
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 87,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 86,838 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 82,484 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Sep 2023 82,484 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 71,894 miles

Nearside Rear jacking point block missing

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2022 71,894 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear jacking point block missing

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 60,336 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 56,200 miles

Covers and under-trays fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2019 51,207 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 51,193 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Covers and under-trays fitted

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 51,118 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Covers and under-trays fitted

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 48,375 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 41,390 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads appear low (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 30,390 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 22,435 miles

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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PJ13 RVU is a 2013 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PJ13 RVU, 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

How do I check the history of PJ13 RVU?

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What year was PJ13 RVU registered?

PJ13 RVU is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 19 June 2013.

Is PJ13 RVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ13 RVU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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