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YE62 DFP

2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,063 mi
Last recorded94,063 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto52,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 DFP
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd Auto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 94,063 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Oct 2025 94,019 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2024 92,531 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 84,818 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 80,660 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 76,114 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 63,375 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 63,375 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 52,385 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush TOP MOUNTING BUSH (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush TOP MOUNTING BUSH (2.7.4)

Fail 7 Dec 2016 52,385 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush TOP MOUNTING BUSH (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush TOP MOUNTING BUSH (2.7.4)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 38,831 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd Auto?

Based on 5,006 MOT tests across 412 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,694
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 20
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YE62 DFP is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 52,779 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 Sd Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE62 DFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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YE62 DFP is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto, first registered on 17 December 2012.

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