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DG62 LFS

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

105,193 mi
Last recorded105,193 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 LFS
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 105,193 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 104,733 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 103,791 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 102,915 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 92,402 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Apr 2022 92,402 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 83,287 miles

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

Offside Front tyre slight cut on outer sidewall

both rear tyres uneven wear

Pass 22 Jun 2020 73,518 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre stepping on inner shoulder

Offside Front tyre pershing

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 61,836 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 47,994 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen wipers smearing but still clearing screen adequately

Pass 20 Jun 2017 38,243 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 31,175 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 25,479 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Offside front tyre wearing on edges

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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DG62 LFS is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DG62 LFS, 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 DG62 LFS?

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What year was DG62 LFS registered?

DG62 LFS is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is DG62 LFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG62 LFS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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