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YE62 DKL

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Silver Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,520 mi
Last recorded86,520 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 DKL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 86,520 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 86,520 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 82,112 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 78,879 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 73,174 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 68,559 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 64,129 miles

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

Front Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 56,994 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 46,016 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 37,136 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 27,148 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 17,423 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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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YE62 DKL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Silver with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YE62 DKL, 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 YE62 DKL registered?

YE62 DKL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is YE62 DKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE62 DKL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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