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PJ12 HWM

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

63,032 mi
Last recorded63,032 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 HWM
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 63,032 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 57,734 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 57,734 miles

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

tpms light on

Pass 23 Aug 2023 52,960 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 49,108 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 49,107 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 44,774 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 44,774 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 40,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2020 40,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 36,392 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 36,391 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2018 32,807 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test Mirror. ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pass at time of test. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Outer Note; n/s/front n/s/rear o/s/front Tyres have slight perishing present to outer tyre walls.

Pass 30 Jun 2017 27,287 miles

Front Note; Front brake pads visually low.

Nearside Rear Outer Note; Tyre has signs of perishing present.

Fail 30 Jun 2017 27,287 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Note; Front brake pads visually low.

Nearside Rear Outer Note; Tyre has signs of perishing present.

Pass 9 Jun 2016 22,321 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 16,787 miles

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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PJ12 HWM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PJ12 HWM, 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 PJ12 HWM registered?

PJ12 HWM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 23 June 2012.

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The MOT history for PJ12 HWM shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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