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BF62 VKU

2012 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,969 mi
Last recorded106,969 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF62 VKU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 106,969 miles

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 1 Nov 2024 97,746 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 9 Nov 2023 89,793 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 80,376 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 80,376 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut likely to become detached top rubber suspension mount worn/split (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2022 67,186 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 55,645 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 50,008 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 50,007 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 35,811 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 34,062 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 32,477 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 30,515 miles

Nearside Front wheel slightly buckled

Nearside Rear wheel slightly buckled

Pass 11 Sep 2015 26,049 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 25,808 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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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BF62 VKU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,598cc 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 BF62 VKU, 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 BF62 VKU registered?

BF62 VKU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 22 September 2012.

Is BF62 VKU safe to buy?

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