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GL12 BWM

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,806 mi
Last recorded110,806 miles
Recorded on13 May 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 BWM
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2024 110,806 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 106,088 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 98,233 miles

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

covers and shields fitted

extensive park brake travel

Pass 23 Aug 2021 92,123 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 Aug 2021 92,123 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 88,538 miles

full engine covers and undertrays and side covers fitted obscuring viewing some testable items

Fail 21 Sep 2020 88,538 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

full engine covers and undertrays and side covers fitted obscuring viewing some testable items

Pass 17 Jul 2019 82,734 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 77,500 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 73,164 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 58,209 miles

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

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

both rear tyres inner edges uneven wear

offside front tyre worn on both edges

Pass 27 May 2015 32,816 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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GL12 BWM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL12 BWM, 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.

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GL12 BWM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 30 May 2012.

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