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E26 SMM

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

123,699 mi
Last recorded123,699 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE26 SMM
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 123,699 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 121,843 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 121,843 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 117,904 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 112,426 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 112,426 miles

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 105,096 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 99,300 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 89,168 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 79,073 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 64,607 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 50,806 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 36,847 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 34,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 25,942 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyre cracking in tread

n/s/f tyre has outer side wall damage no visable cords

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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E26 SMM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,551 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E26 SMM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E26 SMM registered?

E26 SMM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 12 May 2012.

Is E26 SMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E26 SMM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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