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GV62 GGU

2012 Mini Cooper D

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

124,397 mi
Last recorded124,397 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV62 GGU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 124,397 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired whistling sound when brake applied (no leaks detected (1.1.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2025 124,394 miles

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired whistling sound when brake applied (no leaks detected (1.1.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Jul 2024 116,820 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired whistling sound when brake applied (no leaks detected (1.1.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Oct 2023 110,330 miles

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired whistling when brakes applied (1.1.3 (e))

Fail 6 Oct 2023 110,330 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired whistling when brakes applied (1.1.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 102,418 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 96,450 miles

Nearside Front position light faint.

Pass 3 Nov 2020 91,225 miles

Nearside Front tyre very slight cracks on outer wall

Nearside Rear tyre has very slight cracks on outer wall

Offside Rear tyre has very slight cracks on outer wall

Pass 16 Apr 2020 90,475 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2020 90,475 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

all tyres perished

Pass 12 Apr 2019 89,341 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 88,167 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 86,744 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 73,395 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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GV62 GGU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Green 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 GV62 GGU, 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 GV62 GGU registered?

GV62 GGU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is GV62 GGU safe to buy?

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