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K555 DNA

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,369 mi
Last recorded102,369 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK555 DNA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 102,369 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 93,356 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 84,838 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 79,313 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 79,313 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 77,009 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 72,958 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2020 66,558 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 64,253 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 59,413 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 59,413 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 54,508 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 50,449 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 33,388 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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K555 DNA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 K555 DNA, 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 K555 DNA registered?

K555 DNA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is K555 DNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K555 DNA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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