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YK62 UVR

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,274 mi
Last recorded74,274 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 UVR
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 74,274 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 74,274 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2024 73,915 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2023 73,110 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 73,109 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2022 71,349 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 71,347 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 64,926 miles

Offside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive signs of coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 58,862 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 54,717 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 50,359 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 41,170 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 32,360 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 23,232 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 UVR is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK62 UVR registered?

YK62 UVR is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is YK62 UVR safe to buy?

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