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WG12 FVJ

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,191 mi
Last recorded74,191 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 FVJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 74,191 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both n/s and o/s perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 72,016 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 71,182 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perishing (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perishing (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 1 Oct 2020 71,169 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake pad indicator on dash illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn braking surface greatly reduced due to corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn braking surface greatly reduced due to corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perishing (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perishing (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 57,285 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened braking surface reduced due to corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened braking surface reduced due to corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Mar 2019 57,285 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened braking surface reduced due to corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened braking surface reduced due to corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 50,233 miles

Nearside Front tyre getting low on tread

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 43,995 miles

covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2016 35,835 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 29,844 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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WG12 FVJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WG12 FVJ, 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 WG12 FVJ registered?

WG12 FVJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 14 June 2012.

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