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SJ12 VFD

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

70,646 mi
Last recorded70,646 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ12 VFD
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 70,646 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 67,745 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2023 66,379 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Jun 2022 62,369 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 58,106 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 51,679 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 45,860 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 42,144 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 36,796 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 31,304 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2016 31,304 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 23,823 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Minor cracks on outer wall of N/S/R tyre

X2 cuts on outer wall of O/S/F tyre (not into the cord)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 23,828 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Both front tyres worn on outer edges

Minor cracks on outer wall of N/S/R tyre

X2 cuts on outer wall of O/S/F tyre (not into the cord)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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SJ12 VFD is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 46,523 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJ12 VFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SJ12 VFD registered?

SJ12 VFD is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is SJ12 VFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ12 VFD 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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