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AV12 OBG

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

179,971 mi
Last recorded179,971 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 OBG
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 179,971 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2025 175,967 miles

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2024 171,661 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 158,031 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 18 May 2022 141,376 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 run-flat (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2021 124,503 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 124,503 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2020 112,942 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 93,147 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 71,082 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 May 2017 52,478 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 33,129 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 27,499 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 18,583 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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AV12 OBG is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV12 OBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV12 OBG registered?

AV12 OBG is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 16 July 2012.

Is AV12 OBG safe to buy?

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