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YC12 YCJ

2012 Mini Cooper D

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,791 mi
Last recorded16,791 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 YCJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 16,791 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 16,627 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 16,348 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 16,055 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 15,790 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 15,519 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 15,139 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 14,147 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 13,431 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 12,226 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 10,670 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2015 8,815 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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YC12 YCJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC12 YCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC12 YCJ registered?

YC12 YCJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 18 May 2012.

Is YC12 YCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 YCJ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YC12 YCJ have outstanding finance?

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