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DN62 STX

2012 Mini Cooper D

Orange Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,755 mi
Last recorded90,755 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN62 STX
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 90,755 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 88,979 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 86,922 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2023 86,922 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 85,008 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 79,975 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 71,837 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 51,537 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 37,505 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 29,011 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre lightly cracked

Pass 28 Jan 2016 22,621 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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DN62 STX is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Orange with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DN62 STX, 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.

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What year was DN62 STX registered?

DN62 STX is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is DN62 STX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN62 STX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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