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HY62 HAE

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

135,239 mi
Last recorded135,239 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY62 HAE
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 135,239 miles

slight chip in windscreen

Fail 19 Dec 2025 135,239 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

slight chip in windscreen

Pass 23 Dec 2024 127,087 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2024 127,087 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 117,351 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 113,875 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear jack point missing

Fail 6 Dec 2022 113,872 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear jack point missing

Pass 24 Dec 2021 110,314 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2021 110,282 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 108,938 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 105,445 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 105,445 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 89,361 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 77,002 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 60,908 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 41,624 miles

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

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 HAE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HAE, 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 HY62 HAE registered?

HY62 HAE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is HY62 HAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY62 HAE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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