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AO12 MLV

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,088 mi
Last recorded133,088 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 MLV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 133,088 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 124,826 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 124,824 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 113,178 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 108,900 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 94,603 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 92,870 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 92,870 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 75,641 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2018 59,229 miles

no emissions print out no acceleration detected

Pass 26 Sep 2016 57,331 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm lowest point (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm lowest point (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear shockers weak on bounce test

Pass 9 Jul 2015 55,638 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 52,467 miles

Nearside front tyre badly worn on inner and outer edges

Offside front tyre badly worn on inner and outer edges

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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AO12 MLV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White 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 AO12 MLV, 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 AO12 MLV registered?

AO12 MLV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is AO12 MLV safe to buy?

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