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AP12 ECA

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

121,966 mi
Last recorded121,966 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP12 ECA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 121,966 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 118,791 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2025 118,789 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 115,923 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 112,028 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 107,450 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 105,073 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 101,023 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner inner tread stepped

Pass 20 Jun 2019 94,073 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 82,290 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 68,079 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 54,968 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 39,375 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 ECA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ECA, 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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What year was AP12 ECA registered?

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

Is AP12 ECA safe to buy?

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