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HY62 KWU

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,308 mi
Last recorded62,308 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY62 KWU
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 62,308 miles

Front Lower exhaust flex pipe damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 29 Jun 2026 62,308 miles

Front Lower exhaust flex pipe damaged

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 58,522 miles

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 54,909 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 45,175 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 45,141 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 43,319 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 41,876 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 37,739 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2018 37,739 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 30,286 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 25,099 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 18,793 miles

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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HY62 KWU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HY62 KWU, 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 HY62 KWU registered?

HY62 KWU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is HY62 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY62 KWU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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