MOT Status
ValidMileage
77,518 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both fronts (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
under trays fitted
under trays fitted
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
under trays fitted
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Under trays fitted
How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?
Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VW61 VAL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 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 VW61 VAL, 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.
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What year was VW61 VAL registered?
VW61 VAL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 1 September 2012.
Is VW61 VAL safe to buy?
The MOT history for VW61 VAL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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