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SM62 OGY

2012 Mini Cooper

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

69,185 mi
Last recorded69,185 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper48,322 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 OGY
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 69,185 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 69,180 miles

Central Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively stretched by broken coil spring (1.6 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged broken spring resting on hose (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 67,295 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 65,484 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 65,444 miles

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 64,533 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 61,189 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 61,189 miles

Nearside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 58,427 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 58,427 miles

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 55,151 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 47,582 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2017 43,039 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 33,429 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 29,997 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 29,997 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper?

Based on 1,705,479 MOT tests across 247,583 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
247,583
On UK Roads
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SM62 OGY is a 2012 Mini Cooper in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 48,322 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM62 OGY registered?

SM62 OGY is a 2012 Mini Cooper, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is SM62 OGY safe to buy?

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