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KT12 GUY

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

90,218 mi
Last recorded90,218 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT12 GUY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 90,218 miles

driveshaft oil seals damp

full under trays time of test

general under body corrosion

Pass 26 Mar 2025 72,234 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close too limt (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 69,462 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 65,680 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 63,594 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 60,699 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 57,152 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 48,716 miles

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

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

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

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive output seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 36,956 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 35,585 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 29,790 miles

SILL COVERS AND UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Fail 28 Jan 2017 29,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

SILL COVERS AND UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

Pass 30 Jan 2016 23,517 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2016 23,517 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 17,055 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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KT12 GUY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KT12 GUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KT12 GUY registered?

KT12 GUY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 29 June 2012.

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The MOT history for KT12 GUY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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