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VU12 ZWE

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,032 mi
Last recorded59,032 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 ZWE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 59,032 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 58,062 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 57,762 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 56,914 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 54,289 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 51,863 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 49,551 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 46,503 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 46,503 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge measured at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 43,108 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit measured at 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit measured at 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 38,912 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 31,699 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 27,510 miles

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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VU12 ZWE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VU12 ZWE, 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

How do I check the history of VU12 ZWE?

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What year was VU12 ZWE registered?

VU12 ZWE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is VU12 ZWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU12 ZWE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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