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YY61 OWM

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,066 mi
Last recorded57,066 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY61 OWM
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 57,066 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 55,791 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 55,791 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 53,649 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2024 53,649 miles

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 51,631 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2022 49,553 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 47,557 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 44,707 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 37,708 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 37,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2018 30,891 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 25,642 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 21,491 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 18,017 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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YY61 OWM is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YY61 OWM, 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 YY61 OWM registered?

YY61 OWM is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is YY61 OWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY61 OWM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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