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VK13 XCB

2013 Mini Cooper Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

60,552 mi
Last recorded60,552 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper Auto32,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK13 XCB
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 60,552 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 57,967 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2023 56,010 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2023 55,945 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 52,227 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 47,058 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 47,058 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 42,787 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 38,714 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 38,714 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 31,434 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 26,260 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

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

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

nearside front outer tyre wall damaged

Pass 12 May 2016 20,451 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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VK13 XCB is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 32,589 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 Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK13 XCB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 13 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VK13 XCB registered?

VK13 XCB is a 2013 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 22 May 2013.

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