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YA12 XUP

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

77,991 mi
Last recorded77,991 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA12 XUP
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 77,991 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 74,032 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 69,910 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 66,421 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm, rear bushes are worn and have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 66,421 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm, rear bushes are worn and have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both reg lights out (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 54,230 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 51,451 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 47,096 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 41,833 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 34,706 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 33,088 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 21,956 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 11,887 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 11,263 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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YA12 XUP is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YA12 XUP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YA12 XUP registered?

YA12 XUP is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 7 August 2012.

Is YA12 XUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA12 XUP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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