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NC12 XYU

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,195 mi
Last recorded25,195 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC12 XYU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 25,195 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 24,659 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 24,374 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2024 24,364 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 23,945 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 23,523 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 22,873 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 22,249 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 21,272 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 20,281 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 19,216 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 17,968 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 14,831 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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NC12 XYU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Black 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 (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NC12 XYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NC12 XYU registered?

NC12 XYU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is NC12 XYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC12 XYU 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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