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VK12 GVF

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

79,695 mi
Last recorded79,695 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 GVF
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 79,695 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 79,625 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 79,214 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 79,107 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 75,142 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 71,232 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 71,021 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2021 71,021 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2020 69,375 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 67,985 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 61,365 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 51,236 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

under trays fitted obscuring underside components

Pass 29 Feb 2016 49,006 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 45,525 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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VK12 GVF is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK12 GVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK12 GVF registered?

VK12 GVF is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is VK12 GVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK12 GVF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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