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SH62 YZA

2012 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,199 mi
Last recorded113,199 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH62 YZA
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2022 113,199 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner ball joint stud not protruding nyloc nut.

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

Offside Front Inner ball joint stud not protruding nyloc nut.

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 107,567 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 107,550 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 107,472 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 99,383 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 95,641 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 72,002 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 59,518 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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SH62 YZA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 SH62 YZA, 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 SH62 YZA registered?

SH62 YZA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is SH62 YZA safe to buy?

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