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YY62 HYF

2012 Mini Cooper D

Grey Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

107,738 mi
Last recorded107,738 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY62 HYF
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 107,738 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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))

oil filler cap not sealing

Pass 25 Oct 2024 98,247 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 94,034 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205 60 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Sep 2023 94,034 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bolt on type (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bolt on type (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205 60 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 87,809 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 81,267 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 73,241 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 71,009 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 61,104 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 52,702 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2017 52,702 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 46,197 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 8 Dec 2016 46,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Dec 2015 39,544 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 33,174 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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YY62 HYF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Grey with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY62 HYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YY62 HYF registered?

YY62 HYF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 3 November 2012.

Is YY62 HYF safe to buy?

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