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HV62 XSO

2012 Mini Cooper D Auto

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,431 mi
Last recorded102,431 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto50,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV62 XSO
MakeMini
ModelCooper D Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 102,431 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 98,555 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2024 92,210 miles

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))

Fail 3 Jan 2024 92,210 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 6 Jan 2023 86,042 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 84,962 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge 195/55/16

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

both front coil springs not quite located correctly (strong advise)

Fail 30 Jun 2022 84,930 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge 195/55/16

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

Pass 9 Jul 2021 79,396 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 75,611 miles

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

nearside rear tyre on the legal limit of 1.6mm, out of shape & splitting in treads

Pass 27 Aug 2019 65,515 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 47,483 miles

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

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

wipers leaves smears on screen

Pass 11 Sep 2017 30,493 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 25,571 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 18,599 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D Auto?

Based on 7,318 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
4,727
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30
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HV62 XSO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 50,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV62 XSO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV62 XSO registered?

HV62 XSO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto, first registered on 27 December 2012.

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