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HY12 GVE

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,599 mi
Last recorded97,599 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 GVE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 97,599 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 95,720 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 93,484 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 90,107 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2022 86,354 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 82,761 miles

No recordable diesel smoke emissions noted

Pass 20 Mar 2020 80,387 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 75,284 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres approaching legal tread depth limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Slight binding with increased pad wear (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working upper stop lamp bulb not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 65,134 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 51,399 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 40,509 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 28,506 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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HY12 GVE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,551 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY12 GVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY12 GVE registered?

HY12 GVE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is HY12 GVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 GVE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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