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NW62 JCW

2012 Mini John Cooper Works Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

61,085 mi
Last recorded61,085 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini John Cooper Works Auto46,459 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNW62 JCW
MakeMini
ModelJohn Cooper Works Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 61,085 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush stanchion has play in (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush stanchion has play in (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2026 61,047 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush stanchion has play in (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush stanchion has play in (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 53,092 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 52,849 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 48,461 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 48,318 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 42,092 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 36,343 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 34,832 miles

Both front tyres perished in treads

Pass 6 Nov 2020 31,810 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 29,726 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 27,559 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 25,245 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 21,188 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 15,119 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 14,533 miles

How Reliable is the Mini John Cooper Works Auto?

Based on 1,555 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
3,843
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7
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NW62 JCW is a 2012 Mini John Cooper Works Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini John Cooper Works Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 46,459 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini John Cooper Works Auto fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NW62 JCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was NW62 JCW registered?

NW62 JCW is a 2012 Mini John Cooper Works Auto, first registered on 27 September 2012.

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The MOT history for NW62 JCW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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