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YH12 YWV

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,240 mi
Last recorded70,240 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH12 YWV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2026 70,240 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2026 68,011 miles

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

TPMS light on dash

Pass 31 Dec 2024 57,459 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Jan 2024 49,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

brake light on dash

Pass 18 Jan 2023 43,002 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 22,879 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 29 Sep 2020 21,613 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 19,276 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 17,110 miles

both front tyres have age cracks.

Pass 5 Apr 2017 15,702 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 14,195 miles

nearside & offside front tyres are worn on the outer edges

Pass 9 Apr 2015 11,999 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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YH12 YWV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YH12 YWV, 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 YH12 YWV registered?

YH12 YWV is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 18 April 2012.

Is YH12 YWV safe to buy?

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