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DV12 NKD

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

182,240 mi
Last recorded182,240 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 NKD
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 182,240 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 172,565 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 155,946 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 131,093 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 100,220 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 96,076 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 90,018 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 83,484 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

service brake efficentcy only 52% advise brake check

Fail 16 Apr 2018 83,484 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

service brake efficentcy only 52% advise brake check

Pass 12 Apr 2017 69,160 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 69,160 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20" (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20" (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 47,572 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 30,314 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has worn on the edges

screen is damaged in the top of zone a

Pass 9 Apr 2015 30,314 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has worn on the edges

screen is damaged in the top of zone a

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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DV12 NKD is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue 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 (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 DV12 NKD, 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 DV12 NKD registered?

DV12 NKD is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is DV12 NKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV12 NKD 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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