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SM13 LYJ

2013 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

83,686 mi
Last recorded83,686 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM13 LYJ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 83,686 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 78,302 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2025 78,298 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight leak at rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 66,119 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear brake disc,s worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2023 58,390 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 56,618 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 54,718 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 2mm 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 50,750 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 39,380 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 29,612 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi split (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front tyre perished

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 12 May 2018 29,391 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi split (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front tyre perished

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 May 2017 20,859 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 14,623 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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SM13 LYJ is a 2013 Mini First in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SM13 LYJ, 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 SM13 LYJ registered?

SM13 LYJ is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 29 June 2013.

Is SM13 LYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM13 LYJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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