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WK62 XJV

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,330 mi
Last recorded99,330 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK62 XJV
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 99,330 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 14 May 2025 96,448 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 96,442 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2024 89,923 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 82,221 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 82,221 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 72,381 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 64,812 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 55,699 miles

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

Rear discs, edges pitted

Pass 9 May 2018 53,328 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres cracking on tread

Pass 29 Apr 2017 44,984 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2016 39,203 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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WK62 XJV is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey 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 Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 34,809 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 S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK62 XJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper S Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK62 XJV registered?

WK62 XJV is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is WK62 XJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK62 XJV 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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