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YK12 ODE

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,605 mi
Last recorded52,605 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 ODE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 52,605 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 45,742 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 45,742 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 39,810 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 39,610 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2023 39,610 miles

Windscreen washer not working pump working? (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 38,307 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 35,699 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 33,041 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 27,504 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 22,012 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 16,852 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 15,022 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 12,695 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 12,695 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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YK12 ODE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,372 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 (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK12 ODE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK12 ODE registered?

YK12 ODE is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 18 April 2012.

Is YK12 ODE safe to buy?

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