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BK12 VLJ

2012 Mini Cooper

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,198 mi
Last recorded57,198 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper48,322 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 VLJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 57,198 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 54,485 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 50,415 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 50,405 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 41,559 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 39,576 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 38,364 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 37,277 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 35,148 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 31,745 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Mar 2017 28,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 24,642 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 21,287 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper?

Based on 1,705,479 MOT tests across 247,583 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
247,583
On UK Roads
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BK12 VLJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 48,322 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BK12 VLJ?

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What year was BK12 VLJ registered?

BK12 VLJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is BK12 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 VLJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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