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BW12 BXR

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,583 mi
Last recorded39,583 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW12 BXR
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 39,583 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 35,517 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 34,530 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Both Front and Rear showing a degree of corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 32,597 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front cracking heavily on sidewalls 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear starting to crack in tread 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 30,600 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 30,348 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2021 30,347 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 28,407 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 25,573 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 21,791 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in side wall but no ply cords exposed

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 15,605 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 11,630 miles

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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BW12 BXR is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BW12 BXR, 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 BW12 BXR registered?

BW12 BXR is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is BW12 BXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW12 BXR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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