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V18 CEJ

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,668 mi
Last recorded75,668 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV18 CEJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 75,668 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 73,587 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 71,642 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 71,642 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2024 71,198 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 66,913 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 62,023 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 62,023 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 56,629 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 54,390 miles

Rear ride height linkage corroded/stiff

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

osf bumper area damaged

Pass 4 Jan 2019 48,418 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 42,517 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 42,401 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 38,523 miles

Offside Rear Tyre inner shoulder has uneven wear.

Pass 26 Feb 2015 25,731 miles

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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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V18 CEJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 V18 CEJ, 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.

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What year was V18 CEJ registered?

V18 CEJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 1 March 2012.

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