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YF13 VYA

2013 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,450 mi
Last recorded73,450 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF13 VYA
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 73,450 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 68,527 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 66,299 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 60,275 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 54,472 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 51,450 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 43,523 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2018 37,022 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 37,022 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick outer pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 31,457 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 31,457 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2016 25,386 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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YF13 VYA is a 2013 Mini First in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YF13 VYA, 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 YF13 VYA registered?

YF13 VYA is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 24 June 2013.

Is YF13 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF13 VYA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YF13 VYA have outstanding finance?

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