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YK12 MKE

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,339 mi
Last recorded116,339 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 MKE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 116,339 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2025 116,339 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault Light extinguished using computer aided diagnostics if returns may need further investigation (7.12 (e))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 109,950 miles

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

Offside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 109,698 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2023 100,716 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 100,707 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 97,131 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 97,131 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 92,972 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2020 92,972 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 88,203 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 80,136 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 80,018 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 74,120 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 74,120 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 54,027 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 36,251 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 36,251 miles

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 MKE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MKE, 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.

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YK12 MKE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 27 March 2012.

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