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SB62 XWS

2012 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

108,500 mi
Last recorded108,500 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB62 XWS
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 108,500 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 94,748 miles

Coolant level low

Exhaust heatshield insecure

Nearside rear brake binding

Pass 5 Jan 2024 87,103 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 78,678 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 70,252 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 64,487 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 61,983 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 51,111 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 51,111 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2018 39,650 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit OUTSIDE EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 31,740 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 23,922 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 23,726 miles

both front tyres showing wear on outer treads.

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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SB62 XWS is a 2012 Mini First in Red 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 First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB62 XWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB62 XWS registered?

SB62 XWS is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is SB62 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB62 XWS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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