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A12 NEO

2011 Mini First

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,651 mi
Last recorded52,651 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 NEO
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 52,651 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 49,939 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 49,939 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working bulb holder broken (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 46,485 miles

Nearside Rear tyre close to limit on 2mil limit is 1.6mil 205/45/17

chip in screen

rear brake discs corroded bad inner face

Pass 27 Sep 2022 40,995 miles

Offside Rear brake disc badly corroded on inner face

Fail 27 Sep 2022 40,993 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by brake light (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp affected by brake light (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear brake disc badly corroded on inner face

Pass 24 Sep 2021 33,045 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 26,678 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 21,576 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 21,576 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 17,634 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt two in rear ()

Pass 21 Sep 2017 13,829 miles

T.P.M.S light on

Pass 19 Sep 2016 11,894 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 19 Sep 2016 11,894 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 10,661 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 8,569 miles

T.P.M.S light on

small rip in both front wiper blades

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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A12 NEO is a 2011 Mini First in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 52,580 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 A12 NEO, 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 15 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 NEO registered?

A12 NEO is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is A12 NEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 NEO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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