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D5 MLS

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,740 mi
Last recorded72,740 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD5 MLS
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 72,740 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 71,530 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 70,287 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 67,707 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 64,016 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 61,930 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 59,001 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 55,194 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 48,652 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 48,652 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 39,026 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 39,026 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 29,845 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 27,147 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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D5 MLS is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D5 MLS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D5 MLS?

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What year was D5 MLS registered?

D5 MLS is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is D5 MLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D5 MLS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D5 MLS have outstanding finance?

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