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SY12 ZST

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

69,210 mi
Last recorded69,210 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY12 ZST
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 69,210 miles

Offside UNDER TRAY MISSING

Pass 14 May 2024 67,296 miles

Offside UNDER COVER MISSING

Pass 7 Jun 2023 65,889 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 60,979 miles

surface rust on rear sub frame

Fail 27 Sep 2022 60,975 miles

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

surface rust on rear sub frame

Pass 29 Jul 2021 51,392 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 42,629 miles

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

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2020 41,842 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2019 31,921 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of some components

Fail 10 Apr 2019 31,921 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of some components

Pass 11 Apr 2018 28,654 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre 0mm outer shoulder

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front tyre 0mm inner and outer shoulder

Pass 27 Apr 2017 24,283 miles
Pass 2 May 2016 19,870 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 16,523 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jul 2015 16,523 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SY12 ZST is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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

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 SY12 ZST, 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 SY12 ZST registered?

SY12 ZST is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is SY12 ZST safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY12 ZST shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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