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WG62 NDJ

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

91,988 mi
Last recorded91,988 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG62 NDJ
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 91,988 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

chip in windscreen

Pass 18 Sep 2024 88,288 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 83,950 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 83,950 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 80,531 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 77,649 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 74,064 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 62,166 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))

rear tyres perished

Pass 29 May 2018 54,274 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 46,607 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 46,607 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 41,569 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2016 41,175 miles

Nearside Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 26,442 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Dec 2015 26,442 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WG62 NDJ is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WG62 NDJ, 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 WG62 NDJ registered?

WG62 NDJ is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 13 December 2012.

Is WG62 NDJ safe to buy?

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