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HY62 GXO

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

188,709 mi
Last recorded188,709 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY62 GXO
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 188,709 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 184,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6 on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 179,737 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 167,015 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner joints both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 153,138 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 153,138 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 139,815 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 139,815 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 123,034 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 96,223 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 96,223 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 68,343 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 68,343 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 45,271 miles

Under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Oct 2015 38,697 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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HY62 GXO 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 HY62 GXO, 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 HY62 GXO registered?

HY62 GXO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 10 October 2012.

Is HY62 GXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY62 GXO 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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