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SL62 UPO

2012 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

141,948 mi
Last recorded141,948 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 UPO
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 141,948 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 130,290 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 114,049 miles

Front tyres slightly low around 3.5mm

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 97,933 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material minor (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material minor (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 78,261 miles

Rear tyres slightly low at 2,5/3mm

Pass 19 Jul 2021 59,211 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2021 59,211 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 44,440 miles

both front tyres wearing low

Pass 6 Aug 2019 27,944 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 21,156 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 14,136 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 12,843 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 8,777 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 8,138 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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SL62 UPO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SL62 UPO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL62 UPO registered?

SL62 UPO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 27 November 2012.

Is SL62 UPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL62 UPO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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