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CM05 SKM

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

50,862 mi
Last recorded50,862 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCM05 SKM
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 50,862 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 46,624 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 43,633 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 40,629 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2021 35,831 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 57,532 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 42,934 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 37,378 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 20,699 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 16,916 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 12,957 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 12,904 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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CM05 SKM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Orange 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 (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 CM05 SKM, 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 CM05 SKM registered?

CM05 SKM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is CM05 SKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CM05 SKM 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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