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YB12 CYJ

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

66,806 mi
Last recorded66,806 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 CYJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2025 66,806 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 66,783 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 63,508 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jan 2023 58,799 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 51,066 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 47,400 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 45,357 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 43,302 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 40,585 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 40,585 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 38,572 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 38,531 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 30,612 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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YB12 CYJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YB12 CYJ, 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 YB12 CYJ registered?

YB12 CYJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is YB12 CYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB12 CYJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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