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DS12 BZE

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

114,931 mi
Last recorded114,931 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 BZE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 114,931 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 108,023 miles

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

Rear UNDER SIDE CORRODED

Fail 20 Nov 2024 107,751 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Rear UNDER SIDE CORRODED

Pass 22 Nov 2023 104,894 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear underneath has corrosion

Pass 30 Sep 2022 97,999 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside and offside rear brake pipes are slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Sep 2022 97,921 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both nearside and offside rear brake pipes are slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 85,277 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 83,397 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 81,111 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 71,006 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 61,522 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 52,787 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 52,787 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 45,445 miles

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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DS12 BZE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 DS12 BZE, 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 DS12 BZE registered?

DS12 BZE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is DS12 BZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 BZE 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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