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YK12 OEZ

2012 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

116,410 mi
Last recorded116,410 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R57)56,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 OEZ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 116,410 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2024 116,410 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 116,360 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 106,112 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 93,579 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 76,203 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside are lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Jacking block missing

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside are lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 75,972 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear most bush in alloy housing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear most bush in alloy housing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside are lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Jacking block missing

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside and offside are lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 62,945 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush in alloy housing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush in alloy housing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 18 Feb 2020 62,945 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush in alloy housing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush in alloy housing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 41,734 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Aug 2017 19,321 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 11,413 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 5,866 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 5,519 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 OEZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57) in Black 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 OEZ, 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 OEZ registered?

YK12 OEZ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 1 March 2012.

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