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RE61 UPJ

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,196 mi
Last recorded115,196 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE61 UPJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 115,196 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 107,509 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 107,433 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 99,777 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 97,133 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 96,636 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 94,583 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 85,336 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 85,336 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 76,825 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre perishing.

Fail 4 Jul 2018 76,825 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre perishing.

Pass 3 Jun 2017 66,479 miles

Nearside Rear tyre starting to crack

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 4 Jun 2016 53,462 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 42,499 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 40,961 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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RE61 UPJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RE61 UPJ, 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.

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What year was RE61 UPJ registered?

RE61 UPJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is RE61 UPJ safe to buy?

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