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OV12 VFP

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,195 mi
Last recorded92,195 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 VFP
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 92,195 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 86,613 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))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 80,372 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 75,264 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 69,598 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 63,625 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 56,905 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 52,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 17 Aug 2018 47,233 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 44,097 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 37,572 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 29,810 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 25,647 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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OV12 VFP is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,551 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV12 VFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV12 VFP registered?

OV12 VFP is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is OV12 VFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV12 VFP shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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