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SH13 SBU

2013 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

78,020 mi
Last recorded78,020 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH13 SBU
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 78,020 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 75,911 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 73,328 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2024 73,328 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 69,904 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 69,904 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 62,752 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 58,070 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2020 58,055 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 May 2019 50,199 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 22 May 2018 46,681 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 46,681 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (5.2.3 (h) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 41,134 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 41,130 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2016 31,907 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 May 2016 31,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SH13 SBU is a 2013 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SH13 SBU, 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 SH13 SBU?

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What year was SH13 SBU registered?

SH13 SBU is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 30 May 2013.

Is SH13 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH13 SBU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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