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YG12 YLT

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,531 mi
Last recorded63,531 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 YLT
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 63,531 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 61,525 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 61,522 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 56,832 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 54,592 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 50,643 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 47,348 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 41,752 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 37,019 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 32,434 miles

No emissions test results - unable to obtain metered smoke reading

Pass 10 Mar 2016 25,898 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside inner and outer pads (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner bead rim bent (4.2.A.1a)

nearside rear tyre punctured

no emissions test results - unable to obtain metered smoke reading

offside rear tyre punctured

Pass 13 Feb 2015 18,252 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

No emissions test results - unable to obtain metered smoke reading

Offside wiper blade rubber split

Fail 13 Feb 2015 18,252 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nail in offside front tyre

No emissions test results - unable to obtain metered smoke reading

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside wiper blade rubber split

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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YG12 YLT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,995cc diesel 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 YG12 YLT, 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 YG12 YLT registered?

YG12 YLT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is YG12 YLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG12 YLT 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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