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HN62 DSV

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,831 mi
Last recorded74,831 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN62 DSV
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 74,831 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts slightly cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears slightly cracking/perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 71,715 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced upper brake light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 67,709 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 65,402 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 61,623 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 53,626 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 50,958 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 44,638 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 44,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 39,553 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 39,553 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 33,882 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 29,569 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 29,569 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HN62 DSV is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Blue 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 HN62 DSV, 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 HN62 DSV registered?

HN62 DSV is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is HN62 DSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN62 DSV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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