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EL11 MCV

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

108,186 mi
Last recorded108,186 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL11 MCV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 108,186 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 103,836 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 99,830 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 99,830 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 96,322 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 94,892 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 92,654 miles

Nearside & Offside Front Tyres (outer) Wall slightly cracking

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 87,240 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 77,286 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 61,690 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 45,731 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 26,181 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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EL11 MCV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel 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 EL11 MCV, 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 EL11 MCV registered?

EL11 MCV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is EL11 MCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EL11 MCV 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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