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DO02 FAR

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,988 mi
Last recorded54,988 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDO02 FAR
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 54,988 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 50,964 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 47,196 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 40,729 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 36,046 miles

rear brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 17 Jun 2020 34,872 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 33,839 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 32,902 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 29,221 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 24,350 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 24,350 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 18,724 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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DO02 FAR is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Grey 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 (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 DO02 FAR, 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

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What year was DO02 FAR registered?

DO02 FAR is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is DO02 FAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DO02 FAR 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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