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FM12 MVN

2012 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,670 mi
Last recorded88,670 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 MVN
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2025 88,670 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 84,193 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 78,318 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2022 75,792 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 71,740 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 68,542 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 65,493 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2019 61,772 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 52,791 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 44,995 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 35,487 miles

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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FM12 MVN is a 2012 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FM12 MVN, 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 FM12 MVN?

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What year was FM12 MVN registered?

FM12 MVN is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 17 August 2012.

Is FM12 MVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM12 MVN shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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