2012 MINI ONE 1.6L Petrol · WR62 AEM
2012 MINI ONE (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24/10/2012. Recorded mileage 77,839 miles. MOT valid until 14/04/2027. Taxed until 01/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI ONE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/04/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/04/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 77,839 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1598cc
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WR62 AEM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2026
- 77,839 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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WR62 AEM Mileage History
- 18/10/202361,675 mi
- 18/10/202361,675 mi
- 17/10/202463,975 mi+2,300 mi
- 17/10/202463,975 mi
- 16/04/202677,839 mi+13,864 mi
Average of roughly 6,480 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WR62 AEM MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mini One (WR62 AEM) between October 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
A reasonably viable used buy at a sensib
Given that this MINI ONE is now approaching 14 years old, an inspection is more important than ever before committing to a purchase. Start with a thorough test of every exterior light — headlamps, sidelights, registration plate illumination and indicators — as the MOT history shows recurring failures in exactly this area, with two of the three failed items being position lamps and one being a headlamp aim issue. A pre-purchase inspection by a MINI specialist or a garage familiar with the R56 generation would be money well spent, particularly to check the rear light cluster wiring, which is a known weak point on cars of this era.
When negotiating, use the two failed MOTs as leverage, even though both were minor. Ask the seller for evidence of the rectification work carried out after each failure and confirm that all bulbs, holders and associated connectors were renewed rather than simply swapped. Cross-reference the service history with the mileage gaps; the vehicle covered roughly 13,864 miles between October 2024 and April 2026, which works out at a fairly average annual mileage. Insist on seeing evidence of cambelt or timing chain service, coolant changes and any work to the thermostat housing, as these are routine but sometimes overlooked items on the R56 MINI.
The 1.6-litre petrol MINI ONE typically returns around 45-50 mpg in real-world driving, though urban figures can drop into the high 30s. As a petrol car first registered in October 2012, this vehicle sits in a relatively modest road tax band, costing roughly £165 per year. Insurance should fall into group 12-15 depending on the driver's profile, making it one of the more affordable MINI variants to insure.
Annual maintenance for a MINI of this age typically runs £400-£700 for routine servicing, plus any wear-and-tear items such as brake discs, pads and tyres, which can add a further £300-£500 in a typical year. Older MINIs of this generation can suffer from minor oil leaks and cooling system issues, so it's prudent to budget an extra £200-£300 for unexpected repairs. Overall estimated annual running costs land in the region of £1,400-£1,800 once fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance are combined.
Based directly on the MOT history, the lighting system should be your first priority. Walk around the car at dusk or in a dark garage and confirm that both headlamps produce correctly aimed beams, both front position lamps illuminate, and the registration plate lamps work. The 2023 failure for headlamp aim and the 2024 failures for position lamps and plate lamp suggest these components have been a recurring weak point, so check the bulb holders for corrosion and the wiring for brittle insulation, particularly at the rear where moisture ingress is common.
Beyond lighting, the R56 MINI is known for a handful of issues worth checking. The thermostat housing and associated coolant pipes can leak on higher-mileage examples, so look for pink residue around the engine bay and check the coolant level before and after a test drive. Listen for a timing chain rattle on cold start, as the N16 engine used in the ONE variant can suffer from chain guide wear. Finally, inspect the rear subframe mounting points for any signs of repair or corrosion, as this was a recall issue on some early R56 cars and can affect structural integrity if not addressed.
This October 2012 MINI ONE in black with the 1.6-litre petrol engine has covered approximately 77,839 miles across five recorded MOT tests, with two failures and three passes. The 2026 test was clean with no defects, while the 2023 and 2024 failures were both minor and related to exterior lighting components rather than structural or mechanical integrity. Mileage progression between tests suggests a steady usage pattern rather than heavy motorway work or extended standing periods.
No aggregate MOT data is available for the MINI ONE specifically, so the model's wider reliability reputation cannot be verified from the data provided. The R56 generation MINI is generally regarded as a mixed bag, with entertaining dynamics offset by known issues around cooling systems, timing chains on certain engine variants and rear light cluster corrosion.
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