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DB08 LOV

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,300 mi
Last recorded103,300 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB08 LOV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 103,300 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 100,020 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 99,050 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 90,476 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 79,945 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 71,687 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2019 59,288 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 47,906 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also slightly out of shape inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 25 May 2017 35,781 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 30,274 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 21,548 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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DB08 LOV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DB08 LOV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DB08 LOV registered?

DB08 LOV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is DB08 LOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB08 LOV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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