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FT61 VAM

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

75,333 mi
Last recorded75,333 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 VAM
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 75,333 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 71,090 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 67,835 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 64,501 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 61,447 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 59,335 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 56,083 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3.0mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 4.0mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 52,042 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2017 48,807 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 46,729 miles

Nearside Rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 14 Jan 2015 43,661 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jan 2015 43,661 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FT61 VAM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FT61 VAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FT61 VAM registered?

FT61 VAM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is FT61 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 VAM 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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