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SO61 EKF

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,670 mi
Last recorded114,670 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO61 EKF
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 114,670 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 101,216 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 101,188 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 94,072 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 87,277 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 70,298 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 64,257 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH 20 KG, DISCS HEAVILY CORRDED (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH 20KG, DISCS HEAVILY LIPPED (3.7.B.3)

Fail 26 Jan 2018 64,257 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH 20 KG, DISCS HEAVILY CORRDED (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively BOTH 20KG, DISCS HEAVILY LIPPED (3.7.B.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 55,685 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 55,685 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 44,366 miles

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Feb 2015 35,306 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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SO61 EKF is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SO61 EKF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO61 EKF registered?

SO61 EKF is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 23 January 2012.

Is SO61 EKF safe to buy?

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