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EA62 KZU

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,763 mi
Last recorded74,763 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA62 KZU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 74,763 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 74,723 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted bonnet grill missing likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 72,623 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2025 72,022 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Feb 2024 69,772 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 67,552 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 65,411 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 62,040 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 55,715 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 49,862 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 45,182 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 39,855 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 39,855 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 34,399 miles

brake warning light on

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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EA62 KZU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EA62 KZU, 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

How do I check the history of EA62 KZU?

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What year was EA62 KZU registered?

EA62 KZU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 17 November 2012.

Is EA62 KZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA62 KZU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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