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SW12 LFU

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,627 mi
Last recorded30,627 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 LFU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 30,627 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 29,079 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 29,076 miles

Emissions unable to be completed misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 27,304 miles

only just passed lambda test

Pass 17 Nov 2022 25,186 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Nov 2021 22,456 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 20,216 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 18,593 miles

Nearside Front Airbag turned off

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2019 18,593 miles

Nearside Front Airbag turned off

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox Driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 16,565 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 14,127 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 11,172 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 8,325 miles

Oil leak

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 LFU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Red 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 LFU, 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 LFU registered?

SW12 LFU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is SW12 LFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW12 LFU 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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