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DU62 JVK

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

98,612 mi
Last recorded98,612 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU62 JVK
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 98,612 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2025 98,155 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak inlet manifold leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 96,177 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

both front tyres are not run flat

Fail 1 Nov 2024 96,176 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

both front tyres are not run flat

Pass 7 Nov 2023 92,547 miles

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

brake pad light on, all visible pads look ok

Pass 24 Nov 2022 88,305 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2022 88,304 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 84,971 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2021 82,611 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 72,520 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 59,345 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 52,897 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 42,518 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 31,776 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 22,270 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 13,337 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre worn on outer edges

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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DU62 JVK is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,372 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 (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DU62 JVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU62 JVK registered?

DU62 JVK is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 1 September 2012.

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