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YK12 PKA

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,947 mi
Last recorded93,947 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 PKA
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2026 93,947 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2025 86,179 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 83,869 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 76,744 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 65,824 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 57,396 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 53,726 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 43,332 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 34,422 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 24,475 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 16,321 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 12,254 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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YK12 PKA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK12 PKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK12 PKA registered?

YK12 PKA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 13 April 2012.

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