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L12 FNW

2011 Mini First

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

115,531 mi
Last recorded115,531 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mini First52,580 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL12 FNW
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 115,531 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 112,318 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 112,315 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 106,655 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 100,889 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 95,362 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 88,739 miles

CO monoxide emissions just met requirements will require repair / adjustment

Pass 27 Aug 2019 84,807 miles

Under Trays Fitted

Fail 27 Aug 2019 84,807 miles

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

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2018 79,484 miles

underfloor panels fitted,obscuring some components.

Pass 23 Aug 2017 67,718 miles

spare tyre soft/ flat.

underfloor panels fitted, obscuring some components.

Pass 22 Jun 2016 57,969 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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L12 FNW is a 2011 Mini First in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2011 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 52,580 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L12 FNW, 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 15 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L12 FNW registered?

L12 FNW is a 2011 Mini First, first registered on 28 June 2011.

Is L12 FNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L12 FNW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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