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VN12 WGY

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

63,458 mi
Last recorded63,458 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 WGY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 63,458 miles

Offside washer jet blocked but nearside still clears screen

Fail 5 Sep 2025 63,458 miles

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

Offside washer jet blocked but nearside still clears screen

Pass 30 Apr 2024 59,408 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 52,750 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT & REAR BRAKE DISCS SURFACE CORROSION (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 52,197 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 49,616 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 46,230 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 46,230 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 41,130 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 41,130 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 35,503 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 28,915 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 21,730 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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VN12 WGY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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

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 VN12 WGY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN12 WGY registered?

VN12 WGY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is VN12 WGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN12 WGY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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