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BD12 YEF

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

101,423 mi
Last recorded101,423 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 YEF
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 101,423 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 23 Feb 2023 101,423 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 97,255 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 93,055 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front both show sidewall repairs NOT RECOMMENDED

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

Nearside Front head lamp horizontal adjuster broken

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2021 93,035 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also out of shape , non runflat 2054517 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2054517 run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front head lamp horizontal adjuster broken

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

both front and o/s/r tyres have sidewall repairs NOT RECOMENDED

Pass 3 Jul 2019 87,086 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both inner beads (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear perished/splitting on outer shoulder ; out of shape inner edge

Fail 3 Jul 2019 87,086 miles

Front Road wheel slightly distorted both inner beads (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear perished/splitting on outer shoulder ; out of shape inner edge

Pass 20 Jun 2018 76,119 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 61,637 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 46,650 miles

Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 18 Jun 2015 36,958 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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BD12 YEF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD12 YEF, 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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BD12 YEF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 19 June 2012.

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