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DS62 CFM

2012 Mini Cooper D

Orange Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

104,020 mi
Last recorded104,020 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS62 CFM
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 104,020 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 93,724 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 87,609 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2022 87,604 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 73,542 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides coated (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 73,541 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides coated (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 64,890 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 64,890 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2019 51,901 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 51,603 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 20 Nov 2017 25,682 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 24,496 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 21,144 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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DS62 CFM is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Orange with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS62 CFM, 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 DS62 CFM registered?

DS62 CFM is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 20 December 2012.

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