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YK12 NGY

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,367 mi
Last recorded95,367 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 NGY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 95,367 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Fog/Position lamp water ingress

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

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 95,367 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Fog/Position lamp water ingress

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

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

Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 90,155 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner and outer edges. BENEFIT OF DOUBT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner and outer edges. BENEFIT OF DOUBT (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Lower arms on BOTH Sides of vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 90,155 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner and outer edges. BENEFIT OF DOUBT (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner and outer edges. BENEFIT OF DOUBT (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Lower arms on BOTH Sides of vehicle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2024 85,767 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

wear / splitting to n/s/f and o/s/f upper suspension top mount bush's

wear to edges n/s/f and o/s/f tyres

Pass 19 May 2022 78,379 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 May 2022 78,379 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 75,545 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 70,078 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 65,069 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 58,951 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

under-trays fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2016 54,002 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 37,532 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Fail 14 Apr 2015 37,532 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

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 NGY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 NGY, 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 NGY registered?

YK12 NGY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 25 April 2012.

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