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WL62 FXV

2012 Mini First

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,977 mi
Last recorded79,977 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL62 FXV
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 79,977 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2026 79,974 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 77,367 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 72,279 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 72,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 67,453 miles

surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Fail 13 Feb 2023 67,453 miles

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

surface corrosion to front and rear suspension components

Pass 8 Feb 2022 61,808 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 61,808 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2021 56,659 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 53,160 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 48,743 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 44,443 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 34,461 miles

tyres worn on edges but do not show cords

Pass 28 Nov 2015 24,409 miles

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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WL62 FXV is a 2012 Mini First in Red 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 WL62 FXV, 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

How do I check the history of WL62 FXV?

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What year was WL62 FXV registered?

WL62 FXV is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is WL62 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL62 FXV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WL62 FXV have outstanding finance?

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