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GU62 PHX

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,716 mi
Last recorded82,716 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU62 PHX
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 82,716 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 78,356 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2024 72,613 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 66,760 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3/3.5mm - 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 3/3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Appears to be from rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 58,360 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2022 58,360 miles

Headlamp aim too high both adjusted on test (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2021 52,703 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 52,703 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONTS GETTING LOW _ 175/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 49,351 miles

Front coolant low

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

Pass 28 Jan 2019 43,456 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))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 43,456 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))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 39,362 miles

Coolant level low

Covers on underbody

Front brake pads getting low

Front tyre treads low

Pass 28 Nov 2016 34,105 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 29,905 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 29,108 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 17 Aug 2015 29,108 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GU62 PHX is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU62 PHX, 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 GU62 PHX registered?

GU62 PHX is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is GU62 PHX safe to buy?

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