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DU62 LFY

2012 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

97,673 mi
Last recorded97,673 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU62 LFY
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 97,673 miles

Front Axle corroded

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

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

Rear Axle corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2024 87,703 miles

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 11 Oct 2023 79,581 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 79,581 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 76,764 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 71,538 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 71,537 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 67,936 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 64,830 miles

Both rear tyres 3mm outer edges

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 59,015 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 43,561 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 30,753 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 30,753 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 30,515 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 30,515 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 12 Jul 2015 22,939 miles

Bonnet catch Offside not locking - unsiezed and lubricated catch mechanism

Fail 12 Jul 2015 22,939 miles

Bonnet catch Offside not locking - unsiezed and lubricated catch mechanism

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DU62 LFY is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DU62 LFY, 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 DU62 LFY registered?

DU62 LFY is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 7 December 2012.

Is DU62 LFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU62 LFY shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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