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SW62 DCE

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,633 mi
Last recorded69,633 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW62 DCE
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 69,633 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Fail 4 Nov 2025 69,632 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 24 Sep 2024 66,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn as well (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 60,870 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 60,864 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth is 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 53,063 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 32,620 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 23,770 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2018 17,724 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2017 16,416 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 14,571 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 12,252 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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SW62 DCE is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW62 DCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Sd typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Sd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW62 DCE registered?

SW62 DCE is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 27 November 2012.

Is SW62 DCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW62 DCE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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