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YB61 BYJ

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,892 mi
Last recorded83,892 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 BYJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 83,892 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 83,582 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 83,582 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 78,187 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear bumper and tailgate damaged

Pass 22 Nov 2022 73,257 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 66,878 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 60,954 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2020 60,632 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 4 Jul 2019 58,914 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 54,223 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 43,993 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 32,456 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 21,716 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2014 14,420 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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YB61 BYJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YB61 BYJ, 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 YB61 BYJ registered?

YB61 BYJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 17 February 2012.

Is YB61 BYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 BYJ 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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