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BL12 FYH

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,289 mi
Last recorded87,289 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL12 FYH
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 87,289 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 87,288 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 May 2023 82,405 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH Rear Brake Discs slightly pitted & scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 77,146 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL Brake Discs slightly worn. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 73,446 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 65,609 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner part of the central 3 quarters (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 57,798 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 11 Jul 2017 51,111 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2017 51,111 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 46,967 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 46,967 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Pass 16 Jul 2015 33,324 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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BL12 FYH is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BL12 FYH, 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.

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What year was BL12 FYH registered?

BL12 FYH is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 21 July 2012.

Is BL12 FYH safe to buy?

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