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W18 HRT

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,963 mi
Last recorded93,963 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW18 HRT
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 93,963 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2025 93,963 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 78,934 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 78,934 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 78,934 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 64,134 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jul 2023 64,134 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 46,991 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Jul 2021 29,446 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 27,614 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 26,915 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 25,763 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 24,376 miles

Central Rear stop lamp has 3x leds inop

Pass 9 Mar 2017 22,575 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 18,287 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and worn smooth on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 14,372 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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W18 HRT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,551 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 (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W18 HRT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W18 HRT registered?

W18 HRT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is W18 HRT safe to buy?

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