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GV62 FHJ

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

100,447 mi
Last recorded100,447 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV62 FHJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 100,447 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs worn/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides rubber deteriorated (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 98,386 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front strut top mount deteriorated on both sides

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 96,591 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arms, inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 95,050 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 82,982 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 73,812 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2019 63,469 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 45,661 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 41,422 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on outer advise replace

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm worn edges and cracking in treads advise replace (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer advise replace

Pass 12 Dec 2016 33,301 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 25,675 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 25,596 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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GV62 FHJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV62 FHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV62 FHJ registered?

GV62 FHJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is GV62 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV62 FHJ 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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