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LM12 GPJ

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

59,173 mi
Last recorded59,173 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 GPJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 59,173 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 58,872 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 57,160 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 56,938 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 56,938 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 56,561 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 56,561 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 53,799 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 49,825 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 46,420 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 46,416 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted INSIDE BEAD (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 39,479 miles

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

center brake light not working

Pass 15 Nov 2017 31,563 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Rear registration plate is peeling.

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

Fail 15 Nov 2017 31,563 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate is peeling.

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 22,268 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 13,752 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 8,184 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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LM12 GPJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LM12 GPJ, 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

How do I check the history of LM12 GPJ?

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What year was LM12 GPJ registered?

LM12 GPJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is LM12 GPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM12 GPJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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