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YK12 LWU

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,946 mi
Last recorded68,946 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 LWU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 68,946 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 65,440 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 56,201 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi area (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

rear anti roll bar d bushes slight play

Pass 11 Sep 2023 45,425 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 35,164 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 32,125 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2020 28,522 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 24,792 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 22,123 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 18,899 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)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 15,416 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 11,966 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 (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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YK12 LWU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YK12 LWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK12 LWU registered?

YK12 LWU is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is YK12 LWU safe to buy?

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