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DN62 TAU

2012 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

88,511 mi
Last recorded88,511 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 TAU
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 88,511 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 85,190 miles

Windscreen slightly damaged/chipped but not affecting driver's view

Fail 24 May 2023 85,190 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen slightly damaged/chipped but not affecting driver's view

Pass 17 May 2022 79,617 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen slightly damaged/chipped but not affecting driver's view

Pass 17 May 2021 75,697 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2020 72,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing/worn on outer tread

Offside Rear Tyre perishing/cracking on tread

Small chip on windscreen, not adversely affecting driver's view

Pass 21 May 2019 66,504 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 56,016 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 42,625 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 34,539 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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DN62 TAU is a 2012 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DN62 TAU, 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

How do I check the history of DN62 TAU?

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What year was DN62 TAU registered?

DN62 TAU is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is DN62 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 TAU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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