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LO57 ULS

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,687 mi
Last recorded61,687 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO57 ULS
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Feb 2022 61,687 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 59,920 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 59,917 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 59,007 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 57,281 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 48,083 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 36,015 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Lower arm, rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Lower arm, rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 36,015 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Lower arm, rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Lower arm, rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2015 27,895 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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LO57 ULS is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 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 (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO57 ULS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LO57 ULS registered?

LO57 ULS is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is LO57 ULS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO57 ULS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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