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EX62 GXS

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

101,743 mi
Last recorded101,743 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX62 GXS
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 101,743 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2025 101,743 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 97,206 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2024 97,181 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on outer edge - cord exposure imminent - almost smooth on inner - rest of tread 4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 92,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on outer edge, worn on inner - rest of tread 5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge, wearing on inner - rest of tread 5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2023 92,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on outer edge, worn on inner - rest of tread 5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge, wearing on inner - rest of tread 5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 85,122 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 85,097 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 78,355 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 71,903 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 64,372 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 55,675 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 43,604 miles

Front Tyres wearing on edges

Pass 22 Sep 2016 28,213 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 25,031 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in it

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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EX62 GXS 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 73.3%.

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

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 EX62 GXS, 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.

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What year was EX62 GXS registered?

EX62 GXS is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 15 October 2012.

Is EX62 GXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX62 GXS 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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