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GJ61 UCM

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

72,530 mi
Last recorded72,530 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ61 UCM
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 72,530 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Jan 2026 72,530 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2025 62,451 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 54,516 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 43,754 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 34,863 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 26,460 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 21,680 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 17,556 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 16,634 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 15,673 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 14,641 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 13,441 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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GJ61 UCM is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 34,809 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ61 UCM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper S Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ61 UCM registered?

GJ61 UCM is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 6 January 2012.

Is GJ61 UCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ61 UCM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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