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MW62 DFP

2012 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,181 mi
Last recorded40,181 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW62 DFP
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 40,181 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 38,326 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 37,437 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 35,488 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 33,254 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 31,839 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 28,569 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre badly cracking outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2018 21,952 miles

Offside Front TYRE CRACKED ON OUTER SIDEWALL

Pass 14 Nov 2017 17,271 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 15,927 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 13,848 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 13,848 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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MW62 DFP is a 2012 Mini First in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MW62 DFP, 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 MW62 DFP registered?

MW62 DFP is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 28 December 2012.

Is MW62 DFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW62 DFP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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