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YC12 ZUA

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,361 mi
Last recorded102,361 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 ZUA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 102,361 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 97,264 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 93,781 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 93,781 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 89,965 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 87,527 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 87,527 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 79,589 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 64,953 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 May 2019 64,953 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 May 2018 55,369 miles

front tyres worn to 3mm

ns front and rear tyres have slight sidewall damage

Pass 13 May 2017 47,416 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 38,441 miles

ns rear tyre wearing uneven and close to limit

Fail 27 May 2016 38,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

ns rear tyre wearing uneven and close to limit

os front tyre worn close t limit and inner side wall starting to crack

Pass 30 May 2015 28,636 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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YC12 ZUA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZUA, 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 ZUA registered?

YC12 ZUA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 6 June 2012.

Is YC12 ZUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 ZUA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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