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DS12 FRD

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,408 mi
Last recorded94,408 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 FRD
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2021 94,408 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan/inner wheelarches (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 88,126 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2020 88,126 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Apr 2019 76,933 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 68,950 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 59,688 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 49,898 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 40,316 miles

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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DS12 FRD is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DS12 FRD, 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 DS12 FRD registered?

DS12 FRD is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is DS12 FRD safe to buy?

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