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YA12 YNL

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,835 mi
Last recorded72,835 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA12 YNL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 72,835 miles

corrosion to suspension components

Central Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2025 72,510 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2025 72,508 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2024 67,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on shoulders 205/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sidewalls cracked/fatigued (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 61,815 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 54,053 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 47,116 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 40,708 miles

Both front tyres on 3mm

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre pressure light on dash

Pass 26 Jul 2019 36,420 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 32,746 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Jul 2017 28,715 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Jul 2016 24,623 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 20,207 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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YA12 YNL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 56,551 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YA12 YNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YA12 YNL registered?

YA12 YNL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is YA12 YNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA12 YNL 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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