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DY62 HCD

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,495 mi
Last recorded66,495 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY62 HCD
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2025 66,495 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear - surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 52,238 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 46,450 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 37,743 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 30,546 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside + offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 26,059 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 23,111 miles

Offside Front 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 8 Aug 2018 20,136 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

floor pan covers fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2017 16,851 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 12,695 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 9,878 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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DY62 HCD is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DY62 HCD, 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 DY62 HCD registered?

DY62 HCD is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is DY62 HCD safe to buy?

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