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FV62 DFY

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,705 mi
Last recorded97,705 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 DFY
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 97,705 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 88,505 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 88,500 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 82,343 miles

No coolant in expansion tank

Fail 9 Mar 2024 82,326 miles

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

No coolant in expansion tank

Pass 9 Mar 2023 66,528 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 66,527 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 55,021 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 49,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to indicator (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 47,231 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 42,799 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 41,236 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 38,178 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% hi-line (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded of front to rear bubbling under protective coating (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 28,143 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2015 28,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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FV62 DFY is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV62 DFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV62 DFY?

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What year was FV62 DFY registered?

FV62 DFY is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 24 October 2012.

Is FV62 DFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 DFY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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