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BG62 VDM

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,622 mi
Last recorded62,622 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 VDM
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 62,622 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2026 62,622 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened wish bone bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2025 55,360 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 48,525 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2024 48,525 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jan 2023 41,723 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 33,858 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 26,680 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 25,936 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2019 23,961 miles

Nearside Rear slight cracks on wall

Offside Front slight cracks on wall

Pass 17 Jan 2018 21,255 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 18,193 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 14,601 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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BG62 VDM is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG62 VDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG62 VDM registered?

BG62 VDM is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is BG62 VDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 VDM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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