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DY12 ZHU

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

78,522 mi
Last recorded78,522 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 ZHU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 78,522 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 73,816 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 66,989 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 62,710 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 56,945 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 50,733 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 49,087 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 49,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2019 43,487 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 37,372 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 31,849 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 26,225 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 21,037 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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DY12 ZHU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 DY12 ZHU, 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 DY12 ZHU registered?

DY12 ZHU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is DY12 ZHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY12 ZHU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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