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SW12 GZY

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

82,345 mi
Last recorded82,345 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 GZY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2025 82,345 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 78,701 miles
Pass 14 May 2023 70,611 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 63,601 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug has slight weep (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 May 2022 63,601 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive sump plug has slight weep (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 May 2021 57,766 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 53,532 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 50,003 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2018 39,862 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 39,862 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 34,104 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 28,611 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 22,534 miles

manual bind at nearside rear brake

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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SW12 GZY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SW12 GZY, 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

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What year was SW12 GZY registered?

SW12 GZY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is SW12 GZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW12 GZY 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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