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RW52 MEL

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

81,450 mi
Last recorded81,450 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRW52 MEL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 81,450 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2025 80,482 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 75,051 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 75,243 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 75,243 miles

Offside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 67,896 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 71,170 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 60,390 miles

Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 67,354 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 55,027 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 60,761 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 51,635 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 53,979 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 53,979 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 48,914 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Jul 2019 48,786 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2019 48,780 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Dec 2018 44,328 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 44,097 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 40,035 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Jul 2017 35,538 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on edge

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on side wall,cut on tread, strong advice

engine cover and tray obstruction underside of components

Pass 3 Dec 2016 35,882 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 26,365 miles

both front discs lip & worn

both rear discs lip & worn

Pass 9 Nov 2015 31,899 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 17,663 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 17,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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RW52 MEL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RW52 MEL, 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 RW52 MEL registered?

RW52 MEL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 7 December 2012.

Is RW52 MEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RW52 MEL shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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