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YK62 HWF

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,719 mi
Last recorded61,719 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 HWF
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 61,719 miles

Floor and sill covers fitted obscuring some components.

Pass 1 May 2025 58,805 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 58,805 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 55,973 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 50,470 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 45,480 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 45,480 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 41,126 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 35,685 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 35,573 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 32,301 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 28,584 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 24,541 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 18,995 miles

Nearside front tyre worn smooth on outer edge

Fail 19 Sep 2015 18,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front tyre worn smooth on outer edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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YK62 HWF is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK62 HWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YK62 HWF registered?

YK62 HWF is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is YK62 HWF safe to buy?

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