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SM12 VNT

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

91,344 mi
Last recorded91,344 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 VNT
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 91,344 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 89,507 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 May 2023 81,099 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2022 73,919 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 66,772 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 60,385 miles

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

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

Zero emissions detected

Pass 26 Feb 2019 55,700 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 55,700 miles

Central Fuel pipe leaking Leaking at filter connection (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 53,970 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 53,970 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 51,441 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 48,115 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 37,627 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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SM12 VNT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SM12 VNT, 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.

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What year was SM12 VNT registered?

SM12 VNT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is SM12 VNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 VNT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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