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MC52 DRC

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

80,857 mi
Last recorded80,857 miles
Recorded on3 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC52 DRC
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2026 80,857 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 66,466 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 62,384 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 62,270 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 48,047 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 44,931 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 39,712 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 39,712 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2019 35,902 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 30,720 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 30,720 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 25,965 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 20,586 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 16,562 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 10,810 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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MC52 DRC is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue 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 (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MC52 DRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MC52 DRC registered?

MC52 DRC is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is MC52 DRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC52 DRC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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