CarVerify

Free Car Check

YK62 VDP

2012 Mini Cooper

Blue Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,083 mi
Last recorded89,083 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper48,322 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

RegistrationYK62 VDP
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 89,083 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

middle brake light inop /

Pass 22 Jul 2024 78,882 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

damage to n/s/f wheel inner /

middle brake light inop /

Fail 18 Jul 2024 78,880 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

damage to n/s/f wheel inner /

middle brake light inop /

n/s/f tyre perishing

Pass 14 Jul 2023 65,687 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 14 Jul 2023 65,687 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 53,665 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear are corroding pads not covering full surface of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2022 53,665 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear are corroding pads not covering full surface of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 47,246 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 47,246 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 44,227 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 39,719 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 39,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 35,421 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)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 33,260 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 29,516 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper?

Based on 1,705,479 MOT tests across 247,583 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
247,583
On UK Roads
Full Mini Cooper 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

YK62 VDP is a 2012 Mini Cooper in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 48,322 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YK62 VDP?

You can check the full history of YK62 VDP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YK62 VDP registered?

YK62 VDP is a 2012 Mini Cooper, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is YK62 VDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK62 VDP shows 15 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 YK62 VDP 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 YK62 VDP. 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.