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SL12 VUP

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

49,746 mi
Last recorded49,746 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 VUP
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 49,746 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 49,330 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 May 2025 49,318 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and out of shape 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

tpms light on low pressure

Pass 10 May 2024 44,480 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 37,285 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 34,429 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 29,586 miles

plastic covers fitted to undercarriage

Pass 2 Oct 2020 19,493 miles

front discs on inner surface slight corrosion

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2019 17,266 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2018 14,762 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2017 13,071 miles

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2016 10,900 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 9,317 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 8,799 miles

slight misting of oil

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

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 VUP is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VUP, 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

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What year was SL12 VUP registered?

SL12 VUP is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is SL12 VUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL12 VUP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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