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GL12 DXO

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,517 mi
Last recorded117,517 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 117,517 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2025 99,271 miles

Rear both tyres inner edges starting to wear

Pass 1 Aug 2024 90,885 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 81,672 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 75,205 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 71,481 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 69,695 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 66,391 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 66,391 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on the inner and outer edges bold close to showing cords/ply (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 62,754 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 15 Jun 2017 55,988 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

Fail 15 Jun 2017 55,988 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 19 May 2016 46,855 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 37,505 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 37,505 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 DXO is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Black with a 1,598cc 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 GL12 DXO, 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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What year was GL12 DXO registered?

GL12 DXO is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is GL12 DXO safe to buy?

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