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AK62 LKV

2012 Mini Cooper D Auto

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,258 mi
Last recorded94,258 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto50,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 LKV
MakeMini
ModelCooper D Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 94,258 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 92,070 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 92,066 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 88,283 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 88,283 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 82,669 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 77,921 miles

Advise both rear tyres outer treads scrubbed

Advise rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 27 Oct 2020 74,238 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 70,461 miles

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

rear discs inner face worn

undertray fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2018 65,427 miles

centre and n/s windscreen cracked

Fail 30 Oct 2018 65,427 miles

centre and n/s windscreen cracked

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 60,419 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 51,064 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 44,966 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 44,966 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D Auto?

Based on 7,318 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
4,727
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30
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AK62 LKV is a 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 50,744 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 D Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK62 LKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK62 LKV registered?

AK62 LKV is a 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto, first registered on 24 October 2012.

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The MOT history for AK62 LKV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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