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VK62 RYU

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,049 mi
Last recorded62,049 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 RYU
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Nov 2025 62,049 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 57,874 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 53,628 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 48,583 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 40,561 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 34,049 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking outer edges

Pass 6 Nov 2019 29,006 miles

Rear tyres outer sidewalls slight perishing

both front tyres wear to outer edges

Pass 12 Nov 2018 24,107 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 15,778 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 11,067 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 8,081 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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VK62 RYU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VK62 RYU, 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 VK62 RYU registered?

VK62 RYU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 8 October 2012.

Is VK62 RYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK62 RYU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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