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EF61 YRG

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

36,682 mi
Last recorded36,682 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 YRG
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 36,682 miles

Offside Front badly perished and cracked

Pass 19 Oct 2024 35,307 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 33,505 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2023 33,440 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 31,408 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively becoming excessive (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 28,987 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 27,352 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 27,352 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2019 25,053 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 20,903 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 20,902 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 16,767 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 14,912 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside and offside rear tyres starting to perish

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 11,739 miles

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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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EF61 YRG is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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

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 EF61 YRG, 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

How do I check the history of EF61 YRG?

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What year was EF61 YRG registered?

EF61 YRG is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is EF61 YRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF61 YRG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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