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BT61 YCR

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,698 mi
Last recorded46,698 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT61 YCR
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2026 46,698 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 44,555 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 42,694 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 40,595 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 38,781 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 36,189 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 32,946 miles

all 4 tyre treads just starting to crack

Pass 19 Feb 2019 29,120 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 24,615 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 20,521 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Feb 2017 20,521 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Outer Sidewall cracked and degraded

Offside Front Sidewall cracked and degraded

Offside Rear Outer Sidewall cracked and degraded

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Feb 2016 15,939 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 11,556 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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BT61 YCR is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BT61 YCR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT61 YCR registered?

BT61 YCR is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 27 February 2012.

Is BT61 YCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT61 YCR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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