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OY62 SMO

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

72,720 mi
Last recorded72,720 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY62 SMO
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 72,720 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edges 175/65R15 88H Hankook (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2025 68,924 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge is wearing thin 175/65R15 88H Hankook (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge is wearing thin Hankook (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 65,778 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 63,687 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 62,299 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 60,822 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 58,528 miles

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

both front tyres excessively cracked & perished

Pass 12 Aug 2019 55,203 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front & nsr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2019 55,203 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front & nsr (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 45,833 miles

Rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 21 Oct 2016 36,716 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 28,154 miles

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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OY62 SMO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OY62 SMO, 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 OY62 SMO registered?

OY62 SMO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 11 September 2012.

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