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YR62 XMW

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,141 mi
Last recorded108,141 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 XMW
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2025 108,141 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front ,rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 20 Mar 2025 108,141 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front ,rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 104,086 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 97,705 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2022 97,654 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2021 88,327 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 80,775 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 80,755 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 76,901 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 67,808 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 57,315 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm very low (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm smooth outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 47,386 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 36,701 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2015 36,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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YR62 XMW is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,131 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 Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR62 XMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Sd typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Sd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YR62 XMW?

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What year was YR62 XMW registered?

YR62 XMW is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is YR62 XMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR62 XMW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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