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SB13 BKD

2013 Mini First

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,523 mi
Last recorded73,523 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB13 BKD
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 73,523 miles

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

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

Rear both shock absorber casings corroded

Pass 28 May 2025 67,556 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal has slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both have slight cracking within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 60,923 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2024 60,922 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2023 50,969 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 47,063 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))

under trays fitted

Pass 20 May 2021 43,075 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded in places (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 May 2020 39,626 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Undertray(s) fitted

Pass 21 May 2019 35,762 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 28 May 2018 29,695 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 May 2017 24,484 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 19,143 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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SB13 BKD is a 2013 Mini First 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 First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 46,216 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SB13 BKD, 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.

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SB13 BKD is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 3 June 2013.

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