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WG12 DLN

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,290 mi
Last recorded143,290 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 DLN
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 143,290 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2025 143,271 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted friction material broken away from backplate (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 136,249 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides front tyres on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 128,871 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 118,103 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively Aux belt (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 104,054 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 93,553 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2020 93,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 84,469 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2018 84,469 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 79,703 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 73,904 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 57,947 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 39,596 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 39,596 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 36,545 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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WG12 DLN is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG12 DLN, 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 WG12 DLN registered?

WG12 DLN is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 26 May 2012.

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