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FJ12 WLC

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

94,871 mi
Last recorded94,871 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ12 WLC
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 94,871 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 93,348 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 93,341 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 91,966 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front tyre outer edge wear

Pass 15 Jun 2023 89,408 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 86,571 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 83,473 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 81,132 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 78,264 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 72,735 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 61,932 miles

3 litres oil added to engine unit as no oil visible on dipstick

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Borderline (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 48,936 miles

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has slight damage wheel arch trim missing (6.1.A.1)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Jun 2015 33,512 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 32,479 miles

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

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

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

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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FJ12 WLC is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FJ12 WLC, 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 FJ12 WLC?

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What year was FJ12 WLC registered?

FJ12 WLC is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 31 March 2012.

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