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AO62 GKJ

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

110,542 mi
Last recorded110,542 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 GKJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 110,542 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 108,667 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 108,667 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 105,762 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 21 Sep 2022 104,899 miles

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Pass 28 Sep 2021 101,140 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 28 Sep 2020 98,658 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 96,694 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 87,927 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 72,664 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 30 Sep 2017 72,664 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 57,267 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 57,267 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 41,307 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 41,307 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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AO62 GKJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 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 Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO62 GKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO62 GKJ registered?

AO62 GKJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 30 September 2012.

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