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GV61 EXP

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,107 mi
Last recorded83,107 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 EXP
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 83,107 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 78,239 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 75,019 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 70,735 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 70,258 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 65,135 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 55,278 miles

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

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

oil low

Pass 6 Feb 2019 49,641 miles

Windscreen chipped

Fail 4 Feb 2019 49,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen chipped

Pass 14 Mar 2018 42,225 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 28 Mar 2017 34,508 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2016 26,269 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 26,254 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 20,977 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 20,977 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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GV61 EXP is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 46,523 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV61 EXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV61 EXP registered?

GV61 EXP is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 22 February 2012.

Is GV61 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV61 EXP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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