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GU62 XPG

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

74,745 mi
Last recorded74,745 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 74,745 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 64,629 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both slight lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Nov 2024 64,629 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both slight lip (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 59,790 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both slight lip (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 54,691 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 49,063 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 45,138 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 40,727 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 34,868 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 28,843 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 22,539 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 15,728 miles

Offside Front tyre has a nail

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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GU62 XPG is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GU62 XPG, 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.

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What year was GU62 XPG registered?

GU62 XPG is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is GU62 XPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU62 XPG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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