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AO12 SZE

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

103,804 mi
Last recorded103,804 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 SZE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 103,804 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 102,120 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp leveller linkage bolt loose

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning 2 of 21 bulbs not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 90,672 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 90,672 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2023 81,482 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 72,937 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 63,521 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 59,354 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 52,581 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 47,077 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 42,175 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 37,467 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 31,652 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 SZE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SZE, 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.

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What year was AO12 SZE registered?

AO12 SZE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 12 May 2012.

Is AO12 SZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 SZE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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