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LT62 GFU

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

58,180 mi
Last recorded58,180 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT62 GFU
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 58,180 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jul 2026 58,180 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2025 56,847 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2025 56,847 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2023 53,604 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front disc slight scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped on b zone (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 50,889 miles

Front advise pads very close to limit

Nearside Front advise screw in tyre

Fail 22 Oct 2022 50,889 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front advise pads very close to limit

Nearside Front advise screw in tyre

Pass 28 Aug 2021 44,785 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2021 44,785 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 37,180 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 29,585 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 24,974 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 17,422 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 13,968 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 11,265 miles

signs of wear to front tyres

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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LT62 GFU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT62 GFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LT62 GFU registered?

LT62 GFU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 11 October 2012.

Is LT62 GFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT62 GFU 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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