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LR12 UHU

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

89,336 mi
Last recorded89,336 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 UHU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 89,336 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 87,755 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 85,687 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 84,066 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 82,261 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 78,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 77,358 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 74,098 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 74,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 65,602 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front rear bushes showing signs of play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 56,474 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 47,143 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 46,639 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 46,639 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 34,152 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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LR12 UHU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LR12 UHU, 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.

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What year was LR12 UHU registered?

LR12 UHU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is LR12 UHU safe to buy?

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