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YK12 MMA

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

124,257 mi
Last recorded124,257 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 MMA
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 124,257 miles

Brake clevis joint corroded but not seriously weakened All four sides (1.1.15 (b))

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

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower Mechanical components corroded

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive From Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2025 124,257 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Brake clevis joint corroded but not seriously weakened All four sides (1.1.15 (b))

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

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower Mechanical components corroded

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive From Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 120,993 miles

under sealant underneath

Pass 5 Oct 2023 109,553 miles

nearside wiper is worn

offside front tyre is worn on the outer edge

offside rear tyre is becoming out of shape

Pass 5 Sep 2022 97,819 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 92,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking slightly winter tyre and dated 2013 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 86,456 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 75,912 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 67,655 miles

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

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

Rear discs wearing thin

Pass 15 Sep 2017 56,000 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Sep 2017 56,000 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 45,264 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 27,647 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 27,572 miles

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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YK12 MMA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YK12 MMA, 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 YK12 MMA registered?

YK12 MMA is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 29 March 2012.

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