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SM62 RVU

2012 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

152,769 mi
Last recorded152,769 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 RVU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 152,769 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 152,768 miles

Nearside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/65/15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2022 134,862 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft oil seal slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 118,177 miles

Front Brake pads worn low

Rear Brake discs corroded

Fail 19 Jun 2021 118,177 miles

Front Brake pads worn low

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

Rear Brake discs corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2020 102,890 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2020 102,890 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly seated (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly seated (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 86,154 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Jun 2019 86,154 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 68,956 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 68,956 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2017 51,516 miles

Both front wiper blades poor.

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jun 2016 31,850 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 31,792 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 31,792 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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SM62 RVU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SM62 RVU, 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 SM62 RVU registered?

SM62 RVU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 6 December 2012.

Is SM62 RVU safe to buy?

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