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LJ61 NPO

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,384 mi
Last recorded63,384 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ61 NPO
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 63,384 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 60,929 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 58,238 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 55,335 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 52,343 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 49,919 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 47,848 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 44,676 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 36,181 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 32,315 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 25,967 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 17,461 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 17,461 miles

Nearside Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

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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LJ61 NPO is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ61 NPO, 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 LJ61 NPO registered?

LJ61 NPO is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 21 February 2012.

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The MOT history for LJ61 NPO 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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