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ER08 ETS

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,340 mi
Last recorded43,340 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationER08 ETS
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 43,340 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2024 41,241 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 39,319 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 37,586 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 36,139 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 34,857 miles

Auxiliary belt worn/ cracking heavily.

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 15 May 2020 34,857 miles

Auxiliary belt worn/ cracking heavily.

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 32,401 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 30,044 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 27,008 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 23,302 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 19,250 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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ER08 ETS is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,551 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ER08 ETS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ER08 ETS registered?

ER08 ETS is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is ER08 ETS safe to buy?

The MOT history for ER08 ETS 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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