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FD12 FGJ

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,672 mi
Last recorded78,672 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 FGJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 78,672 miles

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

General underbody surface corrosion

Pass 5 Jun 2025 77,620 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle showing corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2024 76,926 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle showing corrosion

Pass 15 Jun 2023 75,799 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Underside of vehicle showing corrosion

Fail 15 Jun 2023 75,799 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Underside of vehicle showing corrosion

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 75,193 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle showing corrosion

Pass 10 Jun 2021 74,060 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2021 74,060 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 70,621 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 63,074 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 56,884 miles

Rear tyres starting to perish.

Pass 19 Apr 2017 51,147 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 51,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 44,056 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 37,308 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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FD12 FGJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 46,523 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 (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD12 FGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD12 FGJ registered?

FD12 FGJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 13 June 2012.

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