CarVerify

Free Car Check

YE62 YXB

2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto

Grey Diesel 1995cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,394 mi
Last recorded82,394 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto52,779 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mini
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 YXB
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 82,394 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Feb 2025 79,313 miles

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2025 79,313 miles

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

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 77,273 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 77,269 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre has uneven tread

Pass 28 Feb 2023 74,246 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 74,246 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively osf / nsf (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 69,017 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 61,156 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 56,894 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 56,894 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 56,600 miles

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

covers fitted to underside of vehicle

Pass 10 Sep 2018 53,099 miles

covers fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2018 53,098 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2017 48,486 miles

Offside front wiper slight smear

Offside rear brake pad warning sensor not connected

nearside front brake pad warning sensor not connected

Fail 10 Jul 2017 48,486 miles

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

Offside front wiper slight smear

Offside rear brake pad warning sensor not connected

nearside front brake pad warning sensor not connected

Pass 30 Jun 2016 41,505 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 36,377 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
Full Mini Cooper Sd Auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YE62 YXB is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YE62 YXB?

You can check the full history of YE62 YXB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YE62 YXB registered?

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

Is YE62 YXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE62 YXB shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YE62 YXB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YE62 YXB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.