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GF12 WGZ

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,425 mi
Last recorded82,425 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 WGZ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 82,425 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 82,421 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D Bushes - Nearside / Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 78,737 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 76,874 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 71,414 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 71,368 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced side light flickering (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2023 66,281 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3MM (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 61,560 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 56,787 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 29 Oct 2019 52,800 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 47,155 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 41,326 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 15 Nov 2017 41,285 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement O/S/F - rear "A" arm bush play (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/F - rear "A" arm bush play (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 35,117 miles

Baby seat in rear not checked seat belts

Both rear tyres cracking on outside

Pass 17 Nov 2015 28,861 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 20,656 miles

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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GF12 WGZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GF12 WGZ, 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 GF12 WGZ registered?

GF12 WGZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 5 May 2012.

Is GF12 WGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 WGZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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