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AJ62 BYF

2012 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,766 mi
Last recorded73,766 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ62 BYF
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 73,766 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 73,766 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 70,704 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 70,704 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 68,062 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 64,801 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 62,105 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 60,174 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2018 50,408 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2017 44,765 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 36,930 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 30,132 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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AJ62 BYF is a 2012 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ62 BYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ62 BYF registered?

AJ62 BYF is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is AJ62 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ62 BYF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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