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GJ62 NXU

2012 Mini Cooper D

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,062 mi
Last recorded48,062 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ62 NXU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 48,062 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 47,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 46,507 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 45,757 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 45,276 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 44,974 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Fail 18 Aug 2020 44,974 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 29 Aug 2019 43,788 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2019 43,786 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 39,912 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 38,064 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 33,575 miles

NSF/OSF brake discs starting to lip

NSR/OSR brake discs showing corrosion

Nearside Front NSF shock showing slight misting of oil

OS indicator trim on wing loose

Offside Rear NSR brake starting to bind

Pass 21 Sep 2015 31,570 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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GJ62 NXU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GJ62 NXU, 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 GJ62 NXU registered?

GJ62 NXU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is GJ62 NXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ62 NXU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJ62 NXU have outstanding finance?

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