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YH62 FTT

2012 Mini Cooper D

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

137,037 mi
Last recorded137,037 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH62 FTT
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 137,037 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 124,612 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 114,626 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 114,626 miles

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

Rear Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light (4.6.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 108,985 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

rear brake discs deteriorated

Fail 5 Oct 2022 108,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

rear brake discs deteriorated

Pass 22 Sep 2021 97,737 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 88,661 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 88,661 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 80,242 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 63,343 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 63,343 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2017 49,292 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 36,690 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 36,690 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 26,428 miles

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

Offside Front Inner 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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YH62 FTT is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 YH62 FTT, 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 YH62 FTT registered?

YH62 FTT is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is YH62 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH62 FTT shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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