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SL12 BXA

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

143,181 mi
Last recorded143,181 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 BXA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 143,181 miles

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

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

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

Nearside side repeater lens missing

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 135,526 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus very deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside side repeater lens missing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus very deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Subframes corroded

Fail 14 Mar 2022 135,381 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus very deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside side repeater lens missing

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus very deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Subframes corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2021 128,684 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Feb 2020 117,930 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 2mm sized 195 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 96,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4mm sized 195 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2018 75,291 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 75,291 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 57,484 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 38,138 miles

both front wipers split on ends

Fail 22 Feb 2016 38,135 miles

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

both front wipers split on ends

Fail 21 Feb 2015 31,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 31,143 miles

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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SL12 BXA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SL12 BXA, 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.

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SL12 BXA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 14 March 2012.

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