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YE62 VGR

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,330 mi
Last recorded77,330 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 VGR
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 77,330 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2025 77,328 miles

Rear Outer Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 72,159 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 65,411 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 61,593 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 58,906 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 57,272 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 55,227 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 50,063 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 50,063 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 40,951 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 40,951 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 36,353 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 36,353 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 32,832 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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YE62 VGR is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YE62 VGR, 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.

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What year was YE62 VGR registered?

YE62 VGR is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 5 December 2012.

Is YE62 VGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE62 VGR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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