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NL62 YGZ

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,549 mi
Last recorded40,549 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL62 YGZ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 40,549 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 39,730 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 34,033 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 31,858 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 29,648 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 27,464 miles

covers on both outer sills and under trays fitted unable to inspect components

Pass 28 Sep 2019 27,108 miles

covers on both outer sills and under trays fitted unable to inspect components

Pass 6 Oct 2018 26,055 miles

under trays fitted unable to inspect components

Fail 6 Oct 2018 26,055 miles

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

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

under trays fitted unable to inspect components

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 24,855 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted unable to inspect components

Pass 23 Sep 2016 23,395 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

under trays fitted unable to inspect components

Pass 18 Sep 2015 21,140 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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NL62 YGZ is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NL62 YGZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL62 YGZ registered?

NL62 YGZ is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is NL62 YGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL62 YGZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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