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EK62 GHN

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,924 mi
Last recorded103,924 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK62 GHN
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 103,924 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 103,924 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2025 98,823 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 91,525 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 84,962 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2022 77,483 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 77,483 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 69,690 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect shock leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge and almost on limit bars (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost bald on outer edge and getting close to wear bar limits (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to outer wear bars.[195/55/r16]87v contis (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2020 60,989 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 52,122 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 May 2018 41,457 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 31,380 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 27,818 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 27,818 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 21,555 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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EK62 GHN is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK62 GHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK62 GHN registered?

EK62 GHN is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is EK62 GHN safe to buy?

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