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LS12 HXV

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

104,985 mi
Last recorded104,985 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS12 HXV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 104,985 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 103,507 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 96,573 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 90,250 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 90,020 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 90,020 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 82,067 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 76,835 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 76,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2018 73,141 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 64,888 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 56,975 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 51,629 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 51,629 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LS12 HXV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LS12 HXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS12 HXV registered?

LS12 HXV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 4 April 2012.

Is LS12 HXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS12 HXV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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