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FR62 YCX

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,117 mi
Last recorded106,117 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR62 YCX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 106,117 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2025 106,104 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 104,244 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside inner edges wearing smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords looks close to limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 102,295 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside on 2mm offside 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 97,513 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 86,028 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 78,417 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 4 Dec 2019 71,998 miles

under trays fitted covering components

Fail 27 Nov 2019 71,807 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

under trays fitted covering components

Pass 17 Dec 2018 60,586 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test dash cam in drivers view ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 49,178 miles

Offside Rear tyre starting to crack

Fail 18 Dec 2017 49,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front brake discs lipped (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Offside Rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 16 Dec 2016 38,297 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 26,621 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 14,759 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FR62 YCX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FR62 YCX, 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

How do I check the history of FR62 YCX?

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What year was FR62 YCX registered?

FR62 YCX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 7 November 2012.

Is FR62 YCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR62 YCX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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