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VV10 LYN

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

36,272 mi
Last recorded36,272 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVV10 LYN
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 36,272 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 34,469 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 33,189 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 32,369 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 32,318 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective Bonnet cable/holder ineffective, broken (3.1 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Sep 2021 31,303 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 30,660 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 29,026 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 26,474 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 23,615 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 20,612 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 13,238 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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VV10 LYN is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VV10 LYN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VV10 LYN registered?

VV10 LYN is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is VV10 LYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VV10 LYN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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