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PY61 DFE

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,611 mi
Last recorded75,611 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY61 DFE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 75,611 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall Worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush NSR+OSR Lower Bush Worn/Perished (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 73,346 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 70,647 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 68,157 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 65,806 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 63,127 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 59,611 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Mar 2019 53,935 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 48,643 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 44,950 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 42,375 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 40,857 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 31,258 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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PY61 DFE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Red 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 (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 PY61 DFE, 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 PY61 DFE registered?

PY61 DFE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 12 January 2012.

Is PY61 DFE safe to buy?

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