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SP62 ESY

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

95,197 mi
Last recorded95,197 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP62 ESY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 95,197 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2025 95,197 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 81,736 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 67,708 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 56,325 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 45,029 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 35,824 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 33,534 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 30,521 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 30,091 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 27,535 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 25,505 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 25,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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SP62 ESY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,551 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP62 ESY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP62 ESY registered?

SP62 ESY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is SP62 ESY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP62 ESY 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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