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GJ62 VXB

2012 Mini Mini

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

87,706 mi
Last recorded87,706 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini52,460 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ62 VXB
MakeMini
ModelMini
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2024 87,706 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 87,706 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 83,886 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2023 83,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 79,522 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 74,973 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 70,461 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 66,188 miles

centre stop light not working

Pass 28 Sep 2018 58,451 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 50,570 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 42,191 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 30,859 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini?

Based on 7,810,223 MOT tests across 431,433 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
4,948
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
431,433
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 171,748
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 121,398
Brake pipe excessively corroded 109,160
Registration plate lamp not working 77,298
position lamp(s) not working 76,171
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GJ62 VXB is a 2012 Mini Mini in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 52,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 171,748 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ62 VXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GJ62 VXB registered?

GJ62 VXB is a 2012 Mini Mini, first registered on 29 October 2012.

Is GJ62 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ62 VXB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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