2013 · 11 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2013 MINI John MOT pass rate and common faults

802 MOT tests in 2024. 76.9% passed first time, compared with 66.8% for all cars the same age.

115Well above average
Passed first time76.9%
Failed or needed repairs23.1%
Typical mileage at test64,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 802 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Position lamp: not working5.4%
  2. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.4%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.2%
    26 marked dangerous
  4. Shock absorbers: has a serious fluid leak2.2%
  5. Stop lamp: not working1.1%
  6. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick1.1%
    16 marked dangerous
  7. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits1.0%
  8. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn1.0%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics12.5%
  2. Suspension6.2%
  3. Tyres5.1%
  4. Emissions & leaks5.1%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)3.5%
  6. Brakes3.2%
  7. Body & chassis1.6%
  8. Steering0.4%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm12.0%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened7.2%
  3. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn5.4%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick5.4%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure4.5%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: position lamp: not working. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2013 MINI John?

In 2024, 76.9% of 2013 MINI John cars passed their MOT first time, across 802 tests. The average for all 11-year-old cars was 66.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2013 MINI John?

The most common failure reasons were position lamp: not working; wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively; tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2013 MINI John reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 115, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).