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AO62 VLC

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,800 mi
Last recorded79,800 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 VLC
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 79,800 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 68,303 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 59,728 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2022 59,727 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 50,767 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering components.

Pass 10 Sep 2020 45,823 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 37,001 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2019 37,001 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 34,076 miles

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

floor covers fitted covering testable items

Pass 30 Aug 2017 29,606 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 29,508 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2017 29,508 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed in tread 205/45r17 runflat (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 24,346 miles

Engine bay covers and under trays fitted.

Fail 22 Jan 2016 24,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Engine bay covers and under trays fitted.

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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AO62 VLC is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,131 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 Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO62 VLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Sd typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Sd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO62 VLC registered?

AO62 VLC is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is AO62 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO62 VLC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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