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FX12 NHZ

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

93,413 mi
Last recorded93,413 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX12 NHZ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 93,413 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 7 Aug 2024 89,688 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (205/45R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 89,687 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (205/45R17) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2MM (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 75,563 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 71,538 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener ()

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

red brake warning light on dashboard may require further investigation

Pass 21 Aug 2021 69,476 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 65,225 miles

Brake pad wear warning light staying on

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2020 65,225 miles

Brake pad wear warning light staying on

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working Pipe disconnected (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 58,782 miles

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 51,791 miles

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Fail 28 Aug 2018 51,791 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Aug 2017 42,092 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 34,390 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 205/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

antifreeze below minimum

wipers smearing

Fail 31 Aug 2016 34,390 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 205/45/17 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

antifreeze below minimum

wipers smearing

Pass 9 Jun 2015 26,464 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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FX12 NHZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX12 NHZ, 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.

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What year was FX12 NHZ registered?

FX12 NHZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 30 June 2012.

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