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MT61 LHF

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,035 mi
Last recorded76,035 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT61 LHF
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 76,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

signs of coolant leak

Pass 30 Jan 2025 73,695 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 73,694 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 65,129 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 65,128 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear bumper damage

Pass 9 Feb 2023 57,255 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 50,375 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 43,101 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 37,338 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 32,222 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 26,799 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Jan 2017 21,168 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 16,348 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 11,738 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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MT61 LHF is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MT61 LHF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MT61 LHF registered?

MT61 LHF is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 6 January 2012.

Is MT61 LHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT61 LHF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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