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VF12 JDZ

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

128,171 mi
Last recorded128,171 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF12 JDZ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 128,171 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2025 122,125 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 115,137 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 105,828 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 97,134 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 89,904 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 82,453 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 73,316 miles

Nearside Rear tyre mishaped on inner edge

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre mishaped on inner edge

Fail 31 Jan 2019 73,316 miles

Nearside Rear tyre mishaped on inner edge

Nearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear tyre mishaped on inner edge

Pass 15 Jan 2018 63,653 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 48,997 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 35,201 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full seat belt inspection

Pass 6 Feb 2015 18,637 miles

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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VF12 JDZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VF12 JDZ, 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.

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What year was VF12 JDZ registered?

VF12 JDZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is VF12 JDZ safe to buy?

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