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YF62 KWP

2012 Mini Cooper D

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,324 mi
Last recorded99,324 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF62 KWP
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 99,324 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 92,272 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Under-trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components

Pass 13 Feb 2023 78,513 miles

Under-trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components

Fail 13 Feb 2023 78,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Under-trays fitted not allowing the full inspection of some components

Pass 18 Feb 2022 63,273 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 61,202 miles

Front number plate damaged still readable

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 56,465 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2019 51,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/55/16 R/F (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 47,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 43,004 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 39,666 miles

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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YF62 KWP is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YF62 KWP, 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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YF62 KWP is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 19 December 2012.

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