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EJ62 SDO

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,236 mi
Last recorded33,236 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ62 SDO
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 33,236 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 31,931 miles

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

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 20 Nov 2023 30,705 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 29,696 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 28,404 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 26,632 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 26,632 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 25,258 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 22,532 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 19,897 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 16,527 miles

Nearside Front tyre bold on outer edge

Pass 29 Oct 2015 12,660 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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EJ62 SDO is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EJ62 SDO, 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 EJ62 SDO registered?

EJ62 SDO is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is EJ62 SDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ62 SDO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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