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J444 JLX

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

87,508 mi
Last recorded87,508 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ444 JLX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 87,508 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 80,425 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 76,979 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 72,354 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2021 66,254 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 66,250 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 65,863 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 64,069 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 62,177 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 57,821 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 53,155 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 46,132 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 35,418 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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J444 JLX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J444 JLX, 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.

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How do I check the history of J444 JLX?

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What year was J444 JLX registered?

J444 JLX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is J444 JLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J444 JLX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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