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FV12 TLN

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,957 mi
Last recorded134,957 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV12 TLN
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 134,957 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear D bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 131,249 miles

front and rear suspension components corroded in various areas

Pass 12 Feb 2024 128,198 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 124,799 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s & o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 122,444 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 118,356 miles

Offside Front brake back plate insecure

Fail 22 Feb 2021 118,356 miles

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

Offside Front brake back plate insecure

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

Pass 22 Feb 2020 113,544 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 106,688 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 106,688 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2018 98,860 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 90,440 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 88,123 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 88,123 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 71,247 miles

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

edges of nsf tyre worn

slight smearing windscreen wipers

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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FV12 TLN is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV12 TLN, 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 FV12 TLN registered?

FV12 TLN is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is FV12 TLN safe to buy?

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