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RK12 ZKU

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,802 mi
Last recorded74,802 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK12 ZKU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 74,802 miles

Auxiliary pulley belt heavily worn/tearing

Clutch slave cylinder weeping brake fluid

Coolant level low

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

NOTE: Engine Oil and Brake Fluid services showing overdue on dash display along with reverse light warning

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides of axle visually heavily worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Reversing lights - 1 of 2 lamps not working

Fail 13 Aug 2025 74,802 miles

Auxiliary pulley belt heavily worn/tearing

Clutch slave cylinder weeping brake fluid

Coolant level low

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

NOTE: Engine Oil and Brake Fluid services showing overdue on dash display along with reverse light warning

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides of axle visually heavily worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Reversing lights - 1 of 2 lamps not working

Pass 20 Aug 2024 73,909 miles

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

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

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

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))

slight perishing to all tyres

Pass 11 Aug 2023 72,311 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Shoulder of tread slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 68,314 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Aug 2021 64,642 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 62,963 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 60,140 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 54,328 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 49,108 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 45,898 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 39,204 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 38,946 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 32,415 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Jun 2014 32,415 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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RK12 ZKU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RK12 ZKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK12 ZKU registered?

RK12 ZKU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 9 March 2012.

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