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YC62 AKZ

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,927 mi
Last recorded54,927 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 AKZ
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 54,927 miles

nearside front shock absorber is damp

nearside rear brake pad is low

vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

Pass 1 Aug 2024 46,713 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 46,713 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 43,283 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 40,955 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 38,116 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 35,660 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 33,026 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 29,337 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 25,678 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 21,029 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 16,741 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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YC62 AKZ is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC62 AKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was YC62 AKZ registered?

YC62 AKZ is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is YC62 AKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC62 AKZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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