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SL12 LVN

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

72,750 mi
Last recorded72,750 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 72,750 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 66,684 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 66,684 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 59,355 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 52,187 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 50,500 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp unit full of water

Pass 27 Nov 2021 48,862 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 47,516 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 47,516 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2019 42,465 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 27,723 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 23,485 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 15,436 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 15,436 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 11,475 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 11,298 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 11,251 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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 LVN is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black 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 (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 46,523 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 (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL12 LVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SL12 LVN?

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What year was SL12 LVN registered?

SL12 LVN is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is SL12 LVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL12 LVN 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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