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RO62 SDX

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,403 mi
Last recorded96,403 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO62 SDX
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 96,403 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 84,116 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2024 84,066 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 82,276 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 80,620 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 77,028 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both at minimum (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 71,990 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 63,191 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 56,668 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 50,256 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 43,631 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 38,783 miles

advise no diesel smoke detected

advise uneven tyre wear off side front outer tyre

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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RO62 SDX is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White 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 RO62 SDX, 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.

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What year was RO62 SDX registered?

RO62 SDX is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is RO62 SDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO62 SDX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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