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GL62 KJA

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

110,044 mi
Last recorded110,044 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 KJA
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 110,044 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2025 110,044 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 95,926 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 95,919 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 87,513 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 78,075 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 68,830 miles

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

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2020 68,024 miles

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

Undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2019 66,438 miles

Undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 9 Nov 2018 61,070 miles

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

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

Under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2017 52,982 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

engine cover fitted

undertray fitted

Pass 10 Nov 2016 47,857 miles

Undertray fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2015 39,264 miles

Front tyres low

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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GL62 KJA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Blue 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 GL62 KJA, 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 GL62 KJA registered?

GL62 KJA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is GL62 KJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL62 KJA 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.

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