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GF62 XZE

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

48,676 mi
Last recorded48,676 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 XZE
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 48,676 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 44,445 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 44,445 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 39,508 miles

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

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

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

Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside rear top mount bushes slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2023 39,475 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside rear top mount bushes slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 32,757 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 29,845 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 25,509 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 22,762 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 22,762 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2018 20,780 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 18,312 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 16,004 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 13,051 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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GF62 XZE 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 GF62 XZE, 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 GF62 XZE?

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What year was GF62 XZE registered?

GF62 XZE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is GF62 XZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 XZE 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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