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SA12 SBZ

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,110 mi
Last recorded94,110 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA12 SBZ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2022 94,110 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 94,110 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2021 84,775 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2021 84,775 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 78,532 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 78,530 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2019 68,322 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 61,975 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 55,452 miles

engine oil low.

Pass 31 May 2016 48,233 miles

engine oil low.

Pass 8 Jun 2015 36,951 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 36,951 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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SA12 SBZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SA12 SBZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SA12 SBZ registered?

SA12 SBZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is SA12 SBZ safe to buy?

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