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YR62 JRO

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,446 mi
Last recorded83,446 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 JRO
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 83,446 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 72,816 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 63,180 miles

Central Rear unable to test seatbelt due to cover

Nearside Rear unable to test seatbelt d due to cover

Offside Rear unable to test seatbelt due to cover

Fail 23 Sep 2022 63,180 miles

Central Rear unable to test seatbelt due to cover

Nearside Rear unable to test seatbelt d due to cover

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

Offside Rear unable to test seatbelt due to cover

Pass 29 Sep 2021 55,028 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 46,695 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 39,283 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 31,162 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 31,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/65r15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 23,190 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 18,513 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 13,487 miles

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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YR62 JRO is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YR62 JRO, 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 YR62 JRO registered?

YR62 JRO is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is YR62 JRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR62 JRO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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