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SK12 VGD

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

91,526 mi
Last recorded91,526 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK12 VGD
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 91,526 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2026 91,526 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2025 86,732 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 86,732 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached lower pinch bolt not fitted correctly (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached not fitted correctly in upper mounting (poss spring upside down) (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 85,949 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 81,877 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 75,515 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2022 75,515 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2021 70,290 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 64,919 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 61,077 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 61,007 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 51,696 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 45,561 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 38,557 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 30,005 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

oil low

Pass 28 Jul 2014 24,768 miles

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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SK12 VGD is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SK12 VGD, 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 SK12 VGD registered?

SK12 VGD is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 10 March 2012.

Is SK12 VGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK12 VGD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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