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YE61 SXF

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,281 mi
Last recorded94,281 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE61 SXF
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 94,281 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 94,281 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 90,498 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 90,467 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 87,726 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 79,952 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 79,952 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2020 71,645 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Feb 2020 71,645 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction DPF (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 60,115 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2017 385,449 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 28,404 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 20,055 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Dec 2014 20,049 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YE61 SXF is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YE61 SXF, 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.

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What year was YE61 SXF registered?

YE61 SXF is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 1 January 2012.

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