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EL06 ASL

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

126,349 mi
Last recorded126,349 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL06 ASL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 126,349 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 121,640 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 117,648 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2024 117,648 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 109,847 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 103,536 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 97,418 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 27 Mar 2020 92,610 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Mar 2019 80,489 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 70,206 miles

Emissions too clean

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under trays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2017 62,151 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2016 56,216 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 56,112 miles

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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EL06 ASL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EL06 ASL, 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.

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What year was EL06 ASL registered?

EL06 ASL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is EL06 ASL safe to buy?

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