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LV12 VRK

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Brown Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,511 mi
Last recorded66,511 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 VRK
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 66,511 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 60,790 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 56,501 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Jul 2022 52,355 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 46,642 miles

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

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 39,673 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 39,635 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 35,147 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 25,580 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 17,611 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 7,768 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 1,970 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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LV12 VRK is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Brown with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LV12 VRK, 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 LV12 VRK registered?

LV12 VRK is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is LV12 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV12 VRK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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