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FG12 JYU

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

93,161 mi
Last recorded93,161 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 JYU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 93,161 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 81,257 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2024 81,257 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2024 81,151 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shocker mounting (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 73,086 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 71,759 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 69,144 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 69,144 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 65,790 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 60,608 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Jun 2018 54,643 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 47,444 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 39,782 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 26,965 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 26,965 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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FG12 JYU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,372 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 Mini (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG12 JYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG12 JYU registered?

FG12 JYU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 28 March 2012.

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The MOT history for FG12 JYU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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