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T21 STV

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,519 mi
Last recorded57,519 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT21 STV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 57,519 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge good year 205/55/r17/91v (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 51,650 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 47,479 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 47,451 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 41,645 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (205/55/17 95V) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 29,505 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 29,218 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 26,354 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 26,354 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Sep 2019 23,191 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 23,191 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Sep 2018 19,475 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 16,705 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 13,979 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 10,922 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 10,555 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 10,364 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 10,364 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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T21 STV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 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 (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T21 STV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T21 STV registered?

T21 STV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 1 August 2012.

Is T21 STV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T21 STV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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