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CP12 VGT

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

31,128 mi
Last recorded31,128 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP12 VGT
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 31,128 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 30,542 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 29,824 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 29,354 miles

TPMS light on (not system malfunction)

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords all four (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 28,857 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2021 28,095 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 28,095 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2020 26,715 miles
Fail 11 May 2020 26,715 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 24,954 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 24,954 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 23,377 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 20,281 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 16,788 miles

Wiper blades slightly split.

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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CP12 VGT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CP12 VGT, 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 CP12 VGT registered?

CP12 VGT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is CP12 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP12 VGT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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