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OV62 DRZ

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

20,461 mi
Last recorded20,461 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 DRZ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 20,461 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 20,377 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 20,264 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 20,089 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 19,904 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 19,706 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 19,705 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2019 19,543 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 19,352 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 19,352 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 19,167 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 15,825 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 11,286 miles

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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OV62 DRZ is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 OV62 DRZ, 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

How do I check the history of OV62 DRZ?

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What year was OV62 DRZ registered?

OV62 DRZ is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is OV62 DRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 DRZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV62 DRZ have outstanding finance?

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