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YA12 YGK

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

133,750 mi
Last recorded133,750 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA12 YGK
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 133,750 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 133,748 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 112,478 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2022 112,478 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 96,383 miles

front wheel rim dented

offside front tyre on wear bars

Pass 26 Aug 2020 94,325 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 84,065 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 71,422 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 71,422 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 58,912 miles

front wheel rims dented

nearside rear tyre worn on edges and cut to side wall

rear wheel rims dented

Fail 10 Aug 2017 58,912 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front wheel rims dented

nearside front tyre on wear bars and worn edges

nearside rear tyre worn on edges and cut to side wall

rear wheel rims dented

Pass 19 Aug 2016 45,664 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 31,612 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 YGK is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YA12 YGK, 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 YGK registered?

YA12 YGK is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 22 August 2012.

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The MOT history for YA12 YGK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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