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A5 XWT

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

127,789 mi
Last recorded127,789 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 XWT
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 127,789 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 120,449 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 119,238 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 119,238 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 113,725 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 104,823 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 91,016 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.20mm and smooth outside raised tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 74,041 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 57,271 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 43,381 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 43,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 37,531 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jan 2015 37,531 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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A5 XWT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) 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 2012 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,372 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 Mini (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 XWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 XWT registered?

A5 XWT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 19 January 2012.

Is A5 XWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 XWT 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.

Does A5 XWT have outstanding finance?

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