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SC58 GDC

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

137,379 mi
Last recorded137,379 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC58 GDC
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2026 137,379 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jul 2025 132,512 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 126,539 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 123,084 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 117,791 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 112,225 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 104,639 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 97,853 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Advise periodic check to assess seepage. ? (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 May 2019 97,853 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Advise periodic check to assess seepage. ? (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2018 86,025 miles

Both front suspension arms ? Rear bushes weak

Pass 28 Apr 2017 74,111 miles

Front suspension arms rear bushes weak

Pass 25 Apr 2016 61,086 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 11 May 2015 45,550 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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SC58 GDC is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SC58 GDC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SC58 GDC registered?

SC58 GDC is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 16 May 2012.

Is SC58 GDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC58 GDC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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