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ML12 VNJ

2012 Mini One Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,769 mi
Last recorded67,769 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini One Auto38,216 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML12 VNJ
MakeMini
ModelOne Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2025 67,769 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel universal bolt hole damaged and drilled, doesn't appear to be weakened.

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

Fail 7 Dec 2024 67,637 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements heavily water damaged and deteriorated, changing appearance of number plate (0.1 (d))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm low and out of shape on inner edge causing tread depth to drop below 1.6mm in places (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear road wheel universal bolt hole damaged and drilled, doesn't appear to be weakened

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

tested in wet conditions

Pass 2 Nov 2023 59,066 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2023 59,066 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 53,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

screen cracked out off wipe area under 40mm

Pass 18 Jan 2022 51,105 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 48,174 miles

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 6 Aug 2020 48,174 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 2 Jul 2020 47,976 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 46,346 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 44,228 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 40,649 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 40,649 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 31,888 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 23,710 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Mini One Auto?

Based on 13,394 MOT tests across 1,084 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
3,690
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
1,084
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46
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ML12 VNJ is a 2012 Mini One Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini One Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 38,216 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 One Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ML12 VNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini One Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini One Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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ML12 VNJ is a 2012 Mini One Auto, first registered on 23 April 2012.

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