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WG62 SXS

2012 Mini Cooper D Auto

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,418 mi
Last recorded71,418 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto50,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG62 SXS
MakeMini
ModelCooper D Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 71,418 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 30 Dec 2025 71,418 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 60,395 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn on edge

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

Pass 31 Oct 2023 51,033 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 31 Oct 2023 51,032 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 31 Oct 2022 46,525 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 42,920 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 42,920 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 40,370 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 40,370 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Oct 2019 37,082 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rears inner edges bald (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Oct 2019 37,082 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH fronts (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rears inner edges bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 25,888 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 10,372 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 7,867 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D Auto?

Based on 7,318 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
4,727
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30
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WG62 SXS is a 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 50,744 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 Cooper D Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG62 SXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WG62 SXS registered?

WG62 SXS is a 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto, first registered on 28 December 2012.

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The MOT history for WG62 SXS shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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