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GF62 FMJ

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,911 mi
Last recorded76,911 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 FMJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 76,911 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 72,120 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2023 67,153 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2023 67,153 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 62,958 miles

Nearside Rear 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 30 Nov 2021 56,568 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 50,360 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 46,856 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 46,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 40,012 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 34,938 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 30,556 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 23,176 miles

Nearside Rear tyre on 2.5mm

Offside Rear tyre on 3mm

front brake pads about 60% worn

Fail 23 Sep 2015 23,176 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre on 2.5mm

Offside Rear tyre on 3mm

front brake pads about 60% worn

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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GF62 FMJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GF62 FMJ, 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 GF62 FMJ registered?

GF62 FMJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 20 October 2012.

Is GF62 FMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 FMJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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