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HY12 GWG

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

118,911 mi
Last recorded118,911 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 GWG
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2023 118,911 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 21 Feb 2023 118,911 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Feb 2022 111,996 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 106,900 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 102,963 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 89,772 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 70,858 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 59,831 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED...

OFF SIDE REAR TYRE HAS CRACKING SIDE WALL...

Pass 4 Mar 2016 51,021 miles

item removed from mirror prior to test

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge,close to legal limit

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2015 39,130 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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HY12 GWG is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HY12 GWG, 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

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What year was HY12 GWG registered?

HY12 GWG is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 24 March 2012.

Is HY12 GWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 GWG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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