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OV62 DXR

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

95,432 mi
Last recorded95,432 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 DXR
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 95,432 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 89,800 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 82,824 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 78,611 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 74,219 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 71,454 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 71,454 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2019 66,311 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone cradle ()

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim slight buckle (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2019 66,310 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel fractured rim cracked and buckled (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone cradle ()

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim slight buckle (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 56,706 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 12 Sep 2018 56,705 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 44,984 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 44,984 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 36,248 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2016 36,248 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 25,527 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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OV62 DXR is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OV62 DXR, 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 OV62 DXR registered?

OV62 DXR is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is OV62 DXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 DXR shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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