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FM12 OGJ

2012 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

110,136 mi
Last recorded110,136 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 OGJ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 110,136 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 106,216 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2023 105,633 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear stop light not working

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear brake pads worn uneven

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2022 92,502 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 80,840 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 80,840 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 71,423 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 12 Sep 2020 71,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/45 x 17 84 w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 65,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front jacking block missing

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 57,664 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 46,040 miles

Offside Front Worn to 3mm (205/45/17)

Fail 4 Sep 2017 46,040 miles

Offside Front Worn to 3mm (205/45/17)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 40,830 miles

Nearside front and offside rear tyre worn out of shape, nearside rear tyre perished (205/45/17)

Fail 27 Aug 2016 40,830 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside front and offside rear tyre worn out of shape, nearside rear tyre perished (205/45/17)

Rear brake discs worn

Pass 7 Sep 2015 32,306 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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FM12 OGJ is a 2012 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM12 OGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FM12 OGJ registered?

FM12 OGJ is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 23 August 2012.

Is FM12 OGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM12 OGJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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