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YK12 OHY

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

71,628 mi
Last recorded71,628 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 OHY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 71,628 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 66,455 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 60,792 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 55,885 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 51,037 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 47,453 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 42,468 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 42,447 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 37,810 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 34,093 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 31,212 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 22,632 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 15,456 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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YK12 OHY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YK12 OHY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK12 OHY registered?

YK12 OHY is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is YK12 OHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK12 OHY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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