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MT12 XSV

2012 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

62,012 mi
Last recorded62,012 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT12 XSV
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2025 62,012 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Jacking point missing

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

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rusting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 56,161 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2024 56,161 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative Reset (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 55,550 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rusty (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 55,417 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2022 55,415 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 54,898 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbed on outer edge, wall kerb scrubbed and starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs have rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Underside has paint loss in a number of areas

Fail 20 Oct 2021 54,896 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Scrubbed on outer edge, wall kerb scrubbed and starting to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Body component slightly loose Mudflap (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs have rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Underside has paint loss in a number of areas

Pass 28 Oct 2020 54,479 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Plastic sills and under shields fitted restricting the examination of all components

Fail 28 Oct 2020 54,479 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Plastic sills and under shields fitted restricting the examination of all components

Pass 17 Oct 2019 53,830 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall and tread scrubbed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Under shields and sills restricting the examination of all components

Pass 24 Oct 2018 52,890 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre scrubbed on edge

Undershields restrict the examination of all components

Fail 24 Oct 2018 52,890 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre scrubbed on edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undershields restrict the examination of all components

Pass 31 Oct 2017 49,437 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 47,704 miles

Both rear tyres have walls that are perished

Pass 22 Jun 2015 46,321 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side front tyre on limits

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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MT12 XSV is a 2012 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT12 XSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MT12 XSV registered?

MT12 XSV is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 29 June 2012.

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