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SB13 BNA

2013 Mini First

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,126 mi
Last recorded92,126 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 92,126 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 84,992 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 78,471 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 75,885 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated replace asap (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear brake pad warning wire snapped

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

Fail 2 Sep 2022 75,885 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated replace asap (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear brake pad warning wire snapped

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 64,432 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 56,958 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

pad warning light on

Fail 18 Nov 2020 56,958 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

pad warning light on

Pass 23 Nov 2019 51,360 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Nov 2019 51,360 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 May 2018 36,121 miles

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

minor damage to n/s/f tire sidewall

Fail 22 May 2018 36,113 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

minor damage to n/s/f tire sidewall

Pass 21 Jun 2017 26,894 miles

wipers torn

Pass 9 Jul 2016 21,408 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer tread

One of two horn tones sounds harsh or grating

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 BNA is a 2013 Mini First in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SB13 BNA, 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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What year was SB13 BNA registered?

SB13 BNA is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 14 June 2013.

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