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RF12 DXH

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,591 mi
Last recorded123,591 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 DXH
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 123,591 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 May 2025 123,579 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2024 120,974 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 May 2024 120,969 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin injector(s) leaking exhaust gases (6.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 May 2023 113,906 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 113,901 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 101,493 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 81,522 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2021 81,522 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 69,979 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 69,125 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 66,543 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 60,150 miles

Cuts to N/S/F tyre sidewall

Pass 30 Jun 2015 46,878 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

boot full

offside wiper smears screen

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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RF12 DXH is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 RF12 DXH, 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 RF12 DXH registered?

RF12 DXH is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 26 July 2012.

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