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EO62 OAY

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,420 mi
Last recorded91,420 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO62 OAY
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 91,420 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 86,698 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 81,765 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 76,685 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 76,685 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 72,024 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 66,798 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

cooler leaking anti freeze

Fail 25 Sep 2020 66,795 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear 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))

cooler leaking anti freeze

Pass 22 Jul 2019 59,447 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 59,447 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2019 59,438 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 52,276 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 44,603 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 36,125 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 26,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EO62 OAY is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EO62 OAY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EO62 OAY?

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What year was EO62 OAY registered?

EO62 OAY is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is EO62 OAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO62 OAY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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