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OV62 DYJ

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

100,758 mi
Last recorded100,758 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 DYJ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 100,758 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder

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

Pass 15 Aug 2025 96,634 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2024 90,925 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 83,188 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 75,693 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 66,374 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 58,938 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 51,888 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 39,656 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 39,656 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 28,933 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 19,835 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 11,246 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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OV62 DYJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,372 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV62 DYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OV62 DYJ registered?

OV62 DYJ is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 17 October 2012.

Is OV62 DYJ safe to buy?

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