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Y66 MES

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,505 mi
Last recorded20,505 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY66 MES
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2021 20,505 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 17,143 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 17,040 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low adjuster not there (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 13,846 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front suspension arms, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 9,847 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front suspension arms, rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 6,202 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 6,202 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 2,229 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 1,632 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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Y66 MES is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 46,523 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 (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y66 MES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y66 MES registered?

Y66 MES is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is Y66 MES safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y66 MES shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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