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R4 TRO

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

128,702 mi
Last recorded128,702 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR4 TRO
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 128,702 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 120,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 115,462 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolent leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 102,693 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 90,501 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2020 80,825 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 80,288 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 80,288 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tyre worn uneven on inside edge

Pass 6 Aug 2019 73,747 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 65,891 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 54,836 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 44,949 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 36,543 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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R4 TRO is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R4 TRO, 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.

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What year was R4 TRO registered?

R4 TRO is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is R4 TRO safe to buy?

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