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L3 MDB

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,774 mi
Last recorded45,774 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 MDB
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 45,774 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 43,637 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 40,934 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 Apr 2023 38,443 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 35,948 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 33,271 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2020 31,276 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 28,929 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 26,667 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 24,425 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 21,144 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 28 Apr 2015 17,992 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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L3 MDB is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L3 MDB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L3 MDB registered?

L3 MDB is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is L3 MDB safe to buy?

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