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GY62 XLG

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,753 mi
Last recorded70,753 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 XLG
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2026 70,753 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 68,327 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 65,216 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 60,625 miles

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

diesel smoke test result was below a recordable level

Pass 5 Jan 2022 57,375 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 53,728 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))

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

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

diesel smoke test results were below a recordable level

Pass 31 Jul 2019 47,814 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 42,639 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 39,834 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 37,866 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 29,857 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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GY62 XLG is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GY62 XLG, 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

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What year was GY62 XLG registered?

GY62 XLG is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is GY62 XLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY62 XLG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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