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D5 MEV

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

93,632 mi
Last recorded93,632 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD5 MEV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 93,632 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 90,276 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 87,289 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 85,363 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 79,674 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 73,312 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2020 73,310 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2019 65,643 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 54,475 miles

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 17 Feb 2017 41,220 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 31,738 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 22,140 miles

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

front Brake disc(s) wearing thin

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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D5 MEV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D5 MEV, 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 D5 MEV registered?

D5 MEV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is D5 MEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D5 MEV 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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