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LF12 ZDY

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

110,629 mi
Last recorded110,629 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF12 ZDY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 110,629 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 110,628 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2025 103,934 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 100,490 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2024 100,490 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 97,462 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2023 97,448 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 93,723 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 81,435 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 64,755 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 51,239 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 35,131 miles

N/S/R Tyre punctured

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 22,806 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 19,487 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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LF12 ZDY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 46,523 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 Mini (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF12 ZDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF12 ZDY registered?

LF12 ZDY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 5 March 2012.

Is LF12 ZDY safe to buy?

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