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VN12 HVY

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,402 mi
Last recorded70,402 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 HVY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 70,402 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2025 63,621 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 63,621 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 61,717 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 57,262 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 52,432 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 46,673 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 41,983 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 39,901 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 33,195 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 33,195 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 33,191 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 26,340 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 18,978 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 8,598 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2014 4,019 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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VN12 HVY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VN12 HVY, 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 VN12 HVY registered?

VN12 HVY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is VN12 HVY safe to buy?

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