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SL12 AVW

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,000 mi
Last recorded74,000 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 AVW
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 74,000 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2025 73,983 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both Front Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Under Body And Outer Sill Covers Fitted

Pass 13 May 2023 70,972 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 67,479 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 65,406 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 64,030 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 60,526 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 60,514 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 56,014 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 41,643 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 26,965 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 13,563 miles

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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SL12 AVW is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SL12 AVW, 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 SL12 AVW registered?

SL12 AVW is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SL12 AVW safe to buy?

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