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GL61 UMV

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,920 mi
Last recorded87,920 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 UMV
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 87,920 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 85,161 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 82,173 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 78,263 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 75,537 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 67,999 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 67,983 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jan 2020 62,008 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2020 62,008 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 58,799 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 58,795 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2017 49,369 miles

Offside Rear Tyre side walls perished

Pass 11 Feb 2016 37,920 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 30,273 miles

N/S front tyre worn severely on inner and outer edges

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

O/S front tyre worn on inner and wearing on outer edges

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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GL61 UMV is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in White 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 GL61 UMV, 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

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What year was GL61 UMV registered?

GL61 UMV is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 21 February 2012.

Is GL61 UMV safe to buy?

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