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SW62 XDU

2012 Mini John Cooper Works

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,093 mi
Last recorded96,093 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini John Cooper Works48,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW62 XDU
MakeMini
ModelJohn Cooper Works
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 96,093 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2026 96,093 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 94,937 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

Fail 8 Jan 2025 94,937 miles

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all ()

Pass 6 Nov 2023 93,177 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 93,144 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 79,594 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 62,639 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2020 44,468 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 31,118 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 25,172 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged both front valves cracking (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 15,525 miles

How Reliable is the Mini John Cooper Works?

Based on 140,278 MOT tests across 23,953 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
5,043
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
23,953
On UK Roads
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SW62 XDU is a 2012 Mini John Cooper Works in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini John Cooper Works models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 48,860 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW62 XDU registered?

SW62 XDU is a 2012 Mini John Cooper Works, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is SW62 XDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW62 XDU 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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