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VN62 JHF

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,230 mi
Last recorded83,230 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 JHF
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 83,230 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 78,590 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2024 73,732 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 72,906 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 72,900 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 70,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

exhaust heatshield insecure

undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Oct 2022 70,503 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boots split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer operation fault (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

exhaust heatshield insecure

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2021 66,491 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 15 Oct 2021 66,485 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 20 Oct 2020 63,751 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 60,401 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 49,799 miles

Road wheel slightly distorted NSF (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 37,616 miles

Nearside Front tyre damage to sidewall

Pass 14 Oct 2016 25,214 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted ()

Offside Front Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted ()

Pass 29 Sep 2015 19,274 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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VN62 JHF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VN62 JHF, 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 VN62 JHF registered?

VN62 JHF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 22 October 2012.

Is VN62 JHF safe to buy?

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