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R1 RBA

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,219 mi
Last recorded60,219 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 RBA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 May 2025 60,219 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 56,709 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 51,229 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 50,012 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 44,358 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 41,154 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 39,227 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 37,353 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 33,328 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 27,391 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 21,202 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 8,950 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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R1 RBA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R1 RBA, 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 R1 RBA registered?

R1 RBA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is R1 RBA safe to buy?

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