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SB62 XWV

2012 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

68,707 mi
Last recorded68,707 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 68,707 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material going into slave cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 62,602 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 62,602 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 56,493 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 50,499 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2022 50,499 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 44,508 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 41,473 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 41,473 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 39,277 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))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 39,277 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))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 35,724 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 30,502 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 22,889 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 18,836 miles

nearside front tyre showing wear on outside edge

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 XWV is a 2012 Mini First in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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

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 XWV, 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

How do I check the history of SB62 XWV?

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What year was SB62 XWV registered?

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

Is SB62 XWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB62 XWV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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