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GL62 AUA

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

124,464 mi
Last recorded124,464 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 AUA
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 124,464 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 114,831 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 103,752 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2022 103,752 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 94,987 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 88,606 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak engine underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 77,726 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 77,726 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 65,364 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 60,229 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 48,111 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 36,300 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 36,300 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad 2mm (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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GL62 AUA is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 34,809 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 S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL62 AUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was GL62 AUA registered?

GL62 AUA is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 28 December 2012.

Is GL62 AUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL62 AUA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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