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X21 MEM

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,883 mi
Last recorded65,883 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX21 MEM
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 65,883 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 65,214 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2024 63,019 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 63,004 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 63,003 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 56,826 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 56,826 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 51,640 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Obscured by undertray (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 46,519 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 41,992 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2018 37,722 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 27,220 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 20,625 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 15,401 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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X21 MEM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 46,523 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X21 MEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X21 MEM registered?

X21 MEM is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 17 October 2012.

Is X21 MEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X21 MEM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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