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YE12 UPW

2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

75,673 mi
Last recorded75,673 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition46,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 UPW
MakeMini
ModelCooper London 2012 Edition
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 75,673 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged Both sides inner tread slightly out of shape (Size 205.45.R 17 R.F.T) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 73,304 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 71,720 miles

Body under covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe slightly deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged Both sides inner tread slightly out of shape (Size 205.45.R 17) Run Flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 70,292 miles

Body under covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Nearside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 66,012 miles

Body under covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Engine oil level low

Pass 4 Aug 2020 59,025 miles

Body under cover fitted

Engine oil level low

Fail 4 Aug 2020 59,025 miles

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

Body under cover fitted

Engine oil level low

Pass 28 Aug 2019 50,250 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2018 34,368 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 25,583 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 18,648 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 11,661 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition?

Based on 2,006 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
4,728
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7
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YE12 UPW is a 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 46,348 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE12 UPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YE12 UPW is a 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition, first registered on 18 June 2012.

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