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YE61 UGW

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,793 mi
Last recorded89,793 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE61 UGW
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2025 89,793 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 84,909 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 80,173 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 74,497 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 71,879 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 70,226 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 60,211 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 50,519 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 40,586 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 29,831 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 19,370 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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YE61 UGW is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE61 UGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of YE61 UGW?

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What year was YE61 UGW registered?

YE61 UGW is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 1 January 2012.

Is YE61 UGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE61 UGW shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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