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YE12 FSU

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

74,313 mi
Last recorded74,313 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 FSU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 74,313 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2025 74,313 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 72,001 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 71,751 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))

Fail 21 Aug 2024 71,683 miles

Offside Front All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced Offside front sidelight inop (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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 26 Aug 2023 66,510 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2023 66,510 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 61,500 miles

engine slightly noisy

Pass 23 Aug 2021 54,479 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 50,299 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 46,376 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 46,375 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Aug 2018 42,705 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 39,322 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 36,273 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 33,285 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 24,134 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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YE12 FSU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 46,523 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 (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE12 FSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YE12 FSU registered?

YE12 FSU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 20 June 2012.

Is YE12 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 FSU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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