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DS61 TFX

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

55,586 mi
Last recorded55,586 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 TFX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 55,586 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slight dent on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre screw

Fail 22 Jun 2026 55,586 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slight dent on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre screw

Pass 24 Jun 2025 54,820 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slight dent on inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 52,394 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 41,160 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 38,769 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 38,769 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 35,396 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 33,437 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 31,896 miles

Engine trays fitted obscuring some components

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Dec 2018 30,187 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 30,187 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

brake pad warning light on

Pass 13 Jan 2018 28,762 miles

Front Brake disc(s) wearing thin

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 26,076 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 24,078 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 22,387 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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DS61 TFX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DS61 TFX, 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

How do I check the history of DS61 TFX?

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What year was DS61 TFX registered?

DS61 TFX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 19 January 2012.

Is DS61 TFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS61 TFX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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