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ST12 VEV

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

112,131 mi
Last recorded112,131 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST12 VEV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 112,131 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 104,740 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 97,624 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 90,342 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Aug 2023 90,342 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Aug 2022 83,408 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 76,227 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 68,951 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 62,136 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 52,293 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 42,712 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 31,093 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 17,007 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 15,430 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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ST12 VEV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue 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 (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 ST12 VEV, 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 ST12 VEV registered?

ST12 VEV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 22 August 2012.

Is ST12 VEV safe to buy?

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