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YG62 KPL

2012 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

67,775 mi
Last recorded67,775 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG62 KPL
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 67,775 miles

O/S/F JACKING POINT /PAD MISSING

Pass 19 Jul 2024 63,877 miles

Centre exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 63,720 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Centre exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 28 Jun 2023 50,347 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 50,334 miles

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))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 43,209 miles

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

Nearside Front headlight trim missing

Pass 15 Apr 2021 42,681 miles

Nearside Front headlight trim missing

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2021 42,681 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front headlight trim missing

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 41,594 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 37,720 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 34,169 miles

Nearside Front tyre tread damaged

Fail 27 Oct 2017 34,169 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Front tyre tread damaged

Pass 26 Oct 2016 30,667 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 27,243 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 27,243 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 26,128 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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YG62 KPL is a 2012 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YG62 KPL, 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 YG62 KPL registered?

YG62 KPL is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is YG62 KPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG62 KPL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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