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GY62 BNK

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,917 mi
Last recorded108,917 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 BNK
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 108,917 miles

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

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

no oil shown on dipstick added 3 ltres

Pass 17 Jan 2025 104,586 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2025 104,586 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2024 101,243 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

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

Fail 19 Jan 2024 101,237 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 93,236 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 85,283 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 77,234 miles

Nearside Front Sill trim damaged and jacking block missing

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5.72mm to 0.00mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 77,234 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Sill trim damaged and jacking block missing

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5.72mm to 0.00mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System light illuminated

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 70,319 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.78mm to 0mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.64mm to 0mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2020 70,319 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Warning light illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt damaged Cut (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Distorted and heavily cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4.78mm to 0mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.64mm to 0mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))

coolant level low

Pass 25 Mar 2019 62,020 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 60,551 miles

undercovers fitted

waterpump leaking

Fail 4 Oct 2018 60,348 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

undercovers fitted

Pass 13 Oct 2017 48,452 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 36,125 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Sep 2016 36,125 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 23,873 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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GY62 BNK is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY62 BNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GY62 BNK is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 26 September 2012.

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