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AP12 AOA

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

77,122 mi
Last recorded77,122 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 AOA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 77,122 miles

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

Nearside side repeater lense missing ....amber bulb fitted

some corrosion in rear subframe ..... no visible holes or weakness

Fail 8 Apr 2026 77,114 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 75,111 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 75,111 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 70,765 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2024 70,765 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 66,881 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 63,730 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 63,730 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 56,558 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 54,821 miles

n/s/f outer cv boot inner clip insecure and has small leak

o/s/r jacking point missing

Fail 3 Jul 2019 54,821 miles

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

n/s/f outer cv boot inner clip insecure and has small leak

o/s/r jacking point missing

Pass 3 Jul 2018 52,671 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 52,671 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 50,357 miles

Front Brake Discs Corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2016 43,450 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 31,584 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre getting low on tread 2.5-3mm

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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AP12 AOA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 46,523 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 (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP12 AOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AP12 AOA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 29 June 2012.

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