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X15 GLE

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,549 mi
Last recorded78,549 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX15 GLE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 78,549 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feeding flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 May 2026 78,549 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feeding flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 May 2025 73,659 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2024 68,477 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 68,477 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 62,985 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 62,798 miles

Nearside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

Offside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

vital components underside not fully inspected due to covers

Pass 12 Jan 2022 60,336 miles

Nearside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

Offside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

vital components underside floor not fully inspected due to covers

Pass 12 Jan 2021 57,513 miles

Nearside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

Offside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

underside vital components not fully inspected due to covers

Pass 3 Jan 2020 53,736 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 44,983 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 35,091 miles

offside and nearside front brake pads getting low

Pass 17 Jan 2017 24,319 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 23,086 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 23,082 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 5 Mar 2015 16,574 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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X15 GLE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Silver 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 (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 X15 GLE, 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 X15 GLE registered?

X15 GLE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 27 March 2012.

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