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EN12 OVZ

2012 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

130,932 mi
Last recorded130,932 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN12 OVZ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 130,932 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 127,115 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 127,115 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 122,229 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 110,353 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2022 110,353 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 93,911 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 84,955 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2018 82,149 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 80,137 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 76,267 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 64,826 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 50,328 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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EN12 OVZ is a 2012 Mini First in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EN12 OVZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EN12 OVZ?

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What year was EN12 OVZ registered?

EN12 OVZ is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is EN12 OVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN12 OVZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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