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YK12 LUZ

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,355 mi
Last recorded69,355 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 LUZ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 69,355 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 67,520 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 64,246 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 62,104 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 57,650 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 52,767 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn more on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 48,129 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 44,053 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 42,982 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 36,925 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 31,291 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 25,623 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 19,169 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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YK12 LUZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK12 LUZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK12 LUZ registered?

YK12 LUZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is YK12 LUZ safe to buy?

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