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WJ62 VTA

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,018 mi
Last recorded15,018 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ62 VTA
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2026 15,018 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 11,340 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords & Worn Outer Edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 9,398 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to wear bars (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2023 5,792 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 5,771 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 5,555 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 5,426 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 5,067 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 4,015 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 3,298 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 2,482 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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WJ62 VTA is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Blue 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 WJ62 VTA, 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.

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What year was WJ62 VTA registered?

WJ62 VTA is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is WJ62 VTA safe to buy?

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