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SJ62 ORA

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,018 mi
Last recorded26,018 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ62 ORA
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 26,018 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 22,821 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 20,436 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 20,436 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

TPMS light on indicating loss of tyre pressure

Pass 13 Jan 2023 18,333 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 18,333 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in the tread exposing cord or ply 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 16,714 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Jan 2022 16,714 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked and perished 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 15,262 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 13,415 miles

both front tyres heavily cracked

cracking on both rear tyres

Pass 23 Jan 2019 10,535 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 9,901 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 8,328 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 6,592 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 5,690 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 5,690 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 ORA is a 2012 Mini First in White 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 ORA, 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 SJ62 ORA?

You can check the full history of SJ62 ORA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SJ62 ORA registered?

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

Is SJ62 ORA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ62 ORA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJ62 ORA have outstanding finance?

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