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V123 NOR

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

56,095 mi
Last recorded56,095 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV123 NOR
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 56,095 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 56,095 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 50,667 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 50,667 miles

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 47,451 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 47,437 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 42,483 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 42,483 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 39,053 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 33,955 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 31,385 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 30,705 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 29,672 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 28,218 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 28,218 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 25,646 miles

Nearside front tyre has a cut on outer side wall

Nearside rear tyre has a cut on outer side wall

Pass 17 Mar 2016 19,525 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 14,217 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

damage nearside front tyre sidewall.

nearside front tyre worn low both edges.

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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V123 NOR is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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

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 V123 NOR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V123 NOR registered?

V123 NOR is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is V123 NOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V123 NOR shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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