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AJ12 SOA

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

154,382 mi
Last recorded154,382 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 SOA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 154,382 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 144,881 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 136,917 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 124,457 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 122,416 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 120,966 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 115,579 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 105,832 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 105,832 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2017 90,055 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 76,613 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 64,900 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 64,900 miles

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

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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AJ12 SOA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 AJ12 SOA, 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 AJ12 SOA registered?

AJ12 SOA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 6 July 2012.

Is AJ12 SOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ12 SOA shows 13 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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