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SJ62 OOH

2012 Mini First

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,354 mi
Last recorded59,354 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ62 OOH
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 59,354 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 55,599 miles

Rear sub frame corroded

Fail 26 Nov 2024 55,598 miles

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

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear sub frame corroded

Fail 8 Nov 2024 55,561 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 44,970 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2023 44,941 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2022 41,151 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 37,135 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 37,135 miles

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

Offside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 32,842 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 29,331 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 25,134 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 19,885 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 15,880 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 12,411 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 11,481 miles

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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SJ62 OOH is a 2012 Mini First in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SJ62 OOH, 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 SJ62 OOH registered?

SJ62 OOH is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is SJ62 OOH safe to buy?

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