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PF12 TRV

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

73,051 mi
Last recorded73,051 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF12 TRV
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 73,051 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 71,293 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 67,250 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 65,217 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 65,217 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 63,464 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2021 63,464 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 53,010 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 53,010 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2019 48,299 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 48,299 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 54,118 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking.

Offside Rear Tyre cracking.

Fail 18 Apr 2018 45,118 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking.

Offside Rear Tyre cracking.

Pass 4 May 2017 39,129 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 31,533 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 28,908 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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PF12 TRV is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PF12 TRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PF12 TRV registered?

PF12 TRV is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 5 July 2012.

Is PF12 TRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF12 TRV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PF12 TRV have outstanding finance?

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