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SM13 LZX

2013 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

52,834 mi
Last recorded52,834 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM13 LZX
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 52,834 miles

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

both headlamps slightly reduced

Pass 12 Mar 2025 50,433 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 50,424 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 48,253 miles

Undertrays fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Mar 2023 45,766 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 42,523 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2021 38,601 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2021 38,598 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 37,359 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 29,569 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 22,053 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 13,102 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 11,538 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 LZX is a 2013 Mini First in Blue 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 LZX, 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 SM13 LZX?

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What year was SM13 LZX registered?

SM13 LZX is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 12 July 2013.

Is SM13 LZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM13 LZX 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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