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HJ12 XOZ

2012 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,592 mi
Last recorded131,592 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 XOZ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2022 131,592 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 131,592 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 116,033 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 104,785 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 90,333 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 90,333 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 73,682 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 58,864 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 48,258 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 34,577 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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HJ12 XOZ is a 2012 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HJ12 XOZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HJ12 XOZ registered?

HJ12 XOZ is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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