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GF12 HTL

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

86,360 mi
Last recorded86,360 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 HTL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 86,360 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2025 79,269 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 65,186 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2023 58,766 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2023 58,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2022 56,731 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 53,251 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 53,251 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 48,183 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 44,228 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 39,327 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 34,101 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 28,674 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 28,671 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner bead (4.2.A.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2016 26,760 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 14,845 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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GF12 HTL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GF12 HTL, 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.

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What year was GF12 HTL registered?

GF12 HTL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 19 April 2012.

Is GF12 HTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 HTL shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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