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AV61 ZPL

2012 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,214 mi
Last recorded103,214 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV61 ZPL
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 103,214 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2025 103,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2025 101,474 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 98,911 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 96,089 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 90,289 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 87,578 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 87,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 83,117 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 83,117 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 75,471 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 65,765 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 57,648 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 46,630 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2014 35,971 miles

front wiper blades split

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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AV61 ZPL is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV61 ZPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV61 ZPL registered?

AV61 ZPL is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is AV61 ZPL safe to buy?

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