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AXI 778

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,807 mi
Last recorded53,807 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAXI 778
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 53,807 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 52,475 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 50,442 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (rear bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (rear bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 49,097 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 47,904 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2021 46,252 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 44,496 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 42,615 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 42,615 miles

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 39,342 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 33,176 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 26,791 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 18,575 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 18,575 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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AXI 778 is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AXI 778, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AXI 778 registered?

AXI 778 is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AXI 778 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AXI 778 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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