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YR62 VNH

2012 Mini First

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,071 mi
Last recorded47,071 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 VNH
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 47,071 miles

water inside fog lamp / still working / advise replacement

Pass 2 Oct 2024 44,926 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 42,603 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 42,603 miles

Central Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2022 40,573 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 38,025 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2020 35,307 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 32,168 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 26,672 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 20,124 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 26 Sep 2016 15,123 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 10,072 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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YR62 VNH is a 2012 Mini First in Black 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 YR62 VNH, 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 YR62 VNH registered?

YR62 VNH is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is YR62 VNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR62 VNH 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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