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FY12 LFB

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,360 mi
Last recorded97,360 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 LFB
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 97,360 miles

covers fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2024 96,843 miles

covers fitted

Fail 4 Nov 2024 96,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

covers fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2023 95,472 miles

Front tyres tearing slightly on inner sidewall

Fail 9 Nov 2023 95,472 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front tyres tearing slightly on inner sidewall

Pass 1 Nov 2022 89,874 miles

Front wheels fitted woth 205/40/17 tyres, should be same as rears (205/45/17)

Pass 14 Oct 2021 86,315 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm and starting to wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cuts/splits on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres have deep cuts/splits on inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 80,398 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 72,355 miles

O/S/R brake pad wear sensor adrift

Pass 5 Nov 2018 60,344 miles

Both numberplates are deteriorating.

Front brake pads are worn low.

Wipers smear.

Pass 18 Oct 2017 46,292 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 39,886 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 35,814 miles

Nearside rear tyre valve perishing

Rear tyres getting low tread on edges

Pass 14 Feb 2015 31,175 miles

Both front wiper blades split, require replacement

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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FY12 LFB is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FY12 LFB, 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 FY12 LFB registered?

FY12 LFB is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is FY12 LFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 LFB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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