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MF62 THN

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Cream Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

87,165 mi
Last recorded87,165 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF62 THN
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 87,165 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 44,813 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2024 44,813 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 43,206 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 43,206 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 41,465 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

TPMS light illuminated

Pass 14 Sep 2021 39,221 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Sep 2021 39,221 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible worn and could be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Sep 2020 35,201 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 35,201 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working replaced bulb (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 29,744 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 25,601 miles

All tyres cracking on sidewalls but not to cords.

Pass 21 Sep 2017 22,496 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 18,933 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 14,965 miles

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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MF62 THN is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Cream 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 MF62 THN, 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 MF62 THN registered?

MF62 THN is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is MF62 THN safe to buy?

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