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YJ63 GEK

2013 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

136,116 mi
Last recorded136,116 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini Cooper D60,954 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ63 GEK
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 136,116 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush of the lower arm worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush of the lower arm worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 126,206 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2024 126,206 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 115,548 miles

Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 106,351 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 95,495 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 85,937 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 75,820 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 64,189 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 64,189 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 51,543 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 51,543 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 40,068 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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YJ63 GEK is a 2013 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 60,954 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 D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ63 GEK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 13 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ63 GEK registered?

YJ63 GEK is a 2013 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 1 September 2013.

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The MOT history for YJ63 GEK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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