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KP62 KYG

2012 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,383 mi
Last recorded105,383 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP62 KYG
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 105,383 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2025 105,383 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 103,339 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Jun 2024 103,339 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 100,780 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 98,048 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jun 2022 98,048 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 93,645 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 79,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner slight wear, tread at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre inner sidewall splitting/cracked in several locations advise replacement.(175/65/15/84h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing badly on inner edge.Tread at 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre sidewall perishing.

Fail 25 Jun 2020 79,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner slight wear, tread at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear tyre inner sidewall splitting/cracked in several locations advise replacement.(175/65/15/84h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing badly on inner edge.Tread at 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre sidewall perishing.

Pass 24 Jun 2019 67,365 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Appears worn low but very difficult to see. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 54,364 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 42,259 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 34,061 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 29,444 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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KP62 KYG is a 2012 Mini First 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 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 KP62 KYG, 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 KP62 KYG registered?

KP62 KYG is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 17 November 2012.

Is KP62 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP62 KYG 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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