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YE12 GGU

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

88,604 mi
Last recorded88,604 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 GGU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 88,604 miles
Fail 15 May 2026 88,572 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 80,905 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 80,834 miles

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

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2022 80,809 miles

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

PLASTIC UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 22 Jul 2021 70,277 miles

plastic undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2020 61,221 miles

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

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

plastic under trays fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2019 52,937 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2018 45,321 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 35,078 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 31,235 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 31,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 19,068 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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YE12 GGU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YE12 GGU, 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 YE12 GGU registered?

YE12 GGU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is YE12 GGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE12 GGU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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