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LV12 VPT

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,255 mi
Last recorded33,255 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 VPT
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2026 33,255 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 31,688 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 30,213 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 28,638 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 25,149 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 22,640 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 19,904 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 17,835 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 15,251 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 13,091 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 10,057 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 7,175 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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LV12 VPT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LV12 VPT, 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 LV12 VPT registered?

LV12 VPT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is LV12 VPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV12 VPT shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV12 VPT have outstanding finance?

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