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AV12 ZPL

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,005 mi
Last recorded77,005 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 ZPL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 77,005 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 77,005 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both rears inners (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front tpms light on low psi

Nearside Front daytime running lamp out

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2025 73,339 miles

DPF warning message on display at start up

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Feb 2025 73,339 miles

DPF warning message on display at start up

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 68,899 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2024 68,848 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 64,764 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 59,531 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 53,410 miles

Nearside Rear side lamp inop

Fail 5 Feb 2021 53,410 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear side lamp inop

Pass 9 Jan 2020 49,565 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Jan 2019 43,435 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 34,366 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 19,982 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 14,988 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 7,591 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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AV12 ZPL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 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 (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV12 ZPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV12 ZPL registered?

AV12 ZPL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 11 July 2012.

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