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MT62 BHN

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,159 mi
Last recorded82,159 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT62 BHN
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 82,159 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 78,348 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 78,348 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 74,479 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 74,479 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 69,878 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 63,423 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 56,807 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 52,386 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 47,693 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 43,383 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 40,493 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre sidewalls starting to perish

Fail 29 Nov 2016 40,493 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre sidewalls starting to perish

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 30,574 miles

plastic under skirts preventing full inspection of underside.

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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MT62 BHN is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 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 First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT62 BHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MT62 BHN registered?

MT62 BHN is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 6 December 2012.

Is MT62 BHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT62 BHN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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