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HG62 DDX

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,133 mi
Last recorded97,133 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG62 DDX
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 97,133 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both rear diss slight corroded on edges n/s and o/s

o/s front lower arm front joint slight play

Pass 10 Oct 2024 94,228 miles

both front tyres low on inner edges

Pass 27 Oct 2023 90,452 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 86,351 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 82,013 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 82,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 78,826 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 73,931 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 66,621 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 55,663 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 55,663 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 45,785 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Oct 2016 45,785 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 37,149 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 37,149 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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HG62 DDX is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 HG62 DDX, 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 HG62 DDX registered?

HG62 DDX is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 13 October 2012.

Is HG62 DDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG62 DDX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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