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YT12 ZFD

2012 Mini Mini (R58)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

50,489 mi
Last recorded50,489 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R58)46,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT12 ZFD
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 50,489 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 48,342 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 46,166 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 46,166 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 43,843 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 41,607 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 28 Apr 2022 41,606 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 May 2021 38,456 miles

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

small oil leak from rear of engine

Pass 15 Apr 2020 33,118 miles

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

plastic sill covers and under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 8 May 2019 27,595 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 26,985 miles

1/ both front tyres wearing on edges and becoming worn

Fail 6 Nov 2018 26,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

1/ both front tyres wearing on edges and becoming worn

Pass 28 Oct 2017 16,527 miles

1,damage to front windscreen not in drivers view of road 2.outer sills not tested due to plastic covers fitted

1,damage to front windscreen not in drivers view of road 2.outer sills not tested due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2016 7,422 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 6,303 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 3,292 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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YT12 ZFD is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 46,523 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 (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YT12 ZFD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YT12 ZFD registered?

YT12 ZFD is a 2012 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 9 March 2012.

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