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YB12 HJF

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,918 mi
Last recorded108,918 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB12 HJF
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 108,918 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2024 104,143 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 99,135 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play NSR and OSR slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 90,623 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 85,349 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted . Slight coolant leak.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 79,873 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 71,756 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 60,087 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 54,792 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 44,845 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 43,607 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some items

Fail 27 Jun 2015 37,171 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 37,171 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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YB12 HJF is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Black 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 YB12 HJF, 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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YB12 HJF is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 2 July 2012.

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