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SM12 NXE

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

108,284 mi
Last recorded108,284 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 NXE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 108,284 miles

Nearside Rear park brake lagging

Offside Rear slight bind to brake

Pass 26 Nov 2020 98,450 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe expanded, likley to be corroding under coating. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Nov 2020 98,450 miles

Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe expanded, likley to be corroding under coating. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 81,059 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 80,976 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear unable to test wheel bearing

Pass 11 Dec 2018 70,619 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2018 70,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205-45X17 RFT (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2018 57,996 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 37,789 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 25,502 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 22,688 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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SM12 NXE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SM12 NXE, 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 SM12 NXE?

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What year was SM12 NXE registered?

SM12 NXE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is SM12 NXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 NXE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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