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SA62 RXR

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,374 mi
Last recorded104,374 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA62 RXR
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 104,374 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 99,803 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 98,178 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 88,336 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 80,547 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 74,979 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 70,312 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 62,453 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 53,124 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 46,382 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 46,382 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 36,286 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 36,286 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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SA62 RXR is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto 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 Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SA62 RXR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SA62 RXR registered?

SA62 RXR is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is SA62 RXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA62 RXR 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.

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