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DA62 WZX

2012 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

107,097 mi
Last recorded107,097 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA62 WZX
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 107,097 miles

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

rear heat shield loose

Fail 18 Mar 2025 107,086 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

rear heat shield loose

Pass 22 Mar 2024 98,691 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking up (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 87,809 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre outer side wall cracking

Pass 17 Mar 2022 78,619 miles

Offside Front tyre outer side wall slight damage

Pass 24 Mar 2021 75,383 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 69,439 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 69,405 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear pin bush (both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Dec 2017 57,005 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wipers now smearing. rear tyres small perish cracks in tread.

Fail 18 Dec 2017 57,005 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wipers now smearing. rear tyres small perish cracks in tread.

Pass 16 Dec 2016 49,455 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 37,772 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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DA62 WZX is a 2012 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA62 WZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA62 WZX registered?

DA62 WZX is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is DA62 WZX safe to buy?

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