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GV12 CUX

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,072 mi
Last recorded76,072 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 CUX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 76,072 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine & Gearbox Areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2026 76,072 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine & Gearbox Areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 66,184 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 51,282 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 47,777 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 47,777 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 45,582 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osr tyre stepped on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2022 45,582 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut in wall caused by nail (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing osr tyre stepped on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 41,439 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 39,722 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 33,354 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 30,874 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 29,733 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 26,023 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 19,557 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 19,557 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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GV12 CUX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,551 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 (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV12 CUX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GV12 CUX registered?

GV12 CUX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 29 June 2012.

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