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AF12 VHV

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,447 mi
Last recorded93,447 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 VHV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 93,447 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 88,191 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2024 88,191 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 80,995 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 71,647 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 64,959 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 64,959 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 58,904 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 58,904 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 52,847 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2019 52,847 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 42,345 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 33,021 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 32,879 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 26,192 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 20,219 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 20,052 miles

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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AF12 VHV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF12 VHV, 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.

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What year was AF12 VHV registered?

AF12 VHV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is AF12 VHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 VHV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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