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BV62 ECX

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

52,716 mi
Last recorded52,716 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV62 ECX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 52,716 miles
Fail 8 May 2025 52,716 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning +Very dim (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 May 2024 48,773 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Fronts + O/S/R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2023 47,595 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 47,595 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Punctured ()

Pass 17 May 2022 46,897 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 45,893 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 43,509 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 40,471 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 40,127 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 40,127 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 30,675 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 23,200 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 16,746 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 16,706 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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BV62 ECX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,551 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 (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV62 ECX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV62 ECX registered?

BV62 ECX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is BV62 ECX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV62 ECX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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