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YK62 VNR

2012 Mini Cooper D Auto

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

102,596 mi
Last recorded102,596 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto50,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK62 VNR
MakeMini
ModelCooper D Auto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 102,596 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 101,105 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2023 91,520 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 81,461 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 May 2022 81,461 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 74,867 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 70,757 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Mar 2020 70,757 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working bulb holder corroded(broken) (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 56,347 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 45,335 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 30,623 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 16,172 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 15,100 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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YK62 VNR is a 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YK62 VNR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK62 VNR registered?

YK62 VNR is a 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is YK62 VNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK62 VNR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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