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YC12 OYT

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

37,648 mi
Last recorded37,648 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 OYT
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 37,648 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 12 Sep 2024 37,266 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 37,208 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 37,168 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 35,538 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2020 33,471 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2020 33,471 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 32,128 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 29,964 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 25,871 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 21,902 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 19,307 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 17 Sep 2014 11,580 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YC12 OYT 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 YC12 OYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC12 OYT registered?

YC12 OYT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 7 June 2012.

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The MOT history for YC12 OYT 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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