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W21 ADS

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests28 (27 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate96.4%

Mileage

99,930 mi
Last recorded99,930 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW21 ADS
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

27 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 99,930 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2025 77,572 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3.5mm - Legal Limit - 1.6mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 75,465 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 83,798 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 71,718 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 69,731 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 66,262 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 56,163 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2022 59,135 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 35,560 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 52,969 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 33,817 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 48,393 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 33,682 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 42,573 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 33,439 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 33,451 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 33,119 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 28,873 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 32,662 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 32,361 miles

Central locking fault only able to open tailgate via emergency release

Deep cuts in n/s/r tyre

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 21,167 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Aug 2015 21,167 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Aug 2014 32,244 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 31,396 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 30,015 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 28,827 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 23,682 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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W21 ADS is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 96.4%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W21 ADS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W21 ADS registered?

W21 ADS is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is W21 ADS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W21 ADS shows 28 tests with a 96.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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