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AY12 JJZ

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,788 mi
Last recorded99,788 miles
Recorded on5 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY12 JJZ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2025 99,788 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

under trays fitted - not allowing full inspection of covered areas

Pass 22 May 2024 96,582 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 93,089 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2022 90,709 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 83,647 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2021 83,628 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 76,480 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 74,297 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 63,139 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 63,137 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 52,067 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 38,589 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 38,589 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 31,710 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 26,147 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 25,809 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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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AY12 JJZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY12 JJZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY12 JJZ registered?

AY12 JJZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is AY12 JJZ safe to buy?

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