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RF12 FLR

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,877 mi
Last recorded81,877 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 FLR
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 81,877 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 81,877 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing x4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 81,653 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 81,086 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front subframe slightly corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 77,869 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 77,865 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 77,450 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 69,505 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 69,505 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

o/s/front brake disc looks to have got hot(poss due to bind).

Pass 20 May 2016 64,225 miles

advisory under tray and engine cover fitted

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 48,032 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 48,032 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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RF12 FLR is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,551 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 Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF12 FLR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF12 FLR registered?

RF12 FLR is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is RF12 FLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 FLR shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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