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YS13 VWU

2013 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

62,258 mi
Last recorded62,258 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Mini First46,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYS13 VWU
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 62,258 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 59,293 miles

Engine low on oil

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

Front Flexi-section of exhaust system deteriorated

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

Fail 22 Nov 2024 59,293 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Engine low on oil

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

Front Flexi-section of exhaust system deteriorated

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 55,050 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 50,981 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 48,773 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2019 42,856 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 36,099 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 29,831 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 22,503 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 22,945 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 19,314 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre punctured

Unable to check nearside rear seatbelt due to child seat installed

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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YS13 VWU 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 91.7%.

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 YS13 VWU, 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 YS13 VWU registered?

YS13 VWU is a 2013 Mini First, first registered on 23 July 2013.

Is YS13 VWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YS13 VWU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YS13 VWU have outstanding finance?

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