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DS12 SMU

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,537 mi
Last recorded97,537 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 SMU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2026 97,537 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 88,660 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 78,222 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 69,842 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 67,973 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 59,751 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 56,353 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 49,236 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 44,179 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 37,729 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 32,166 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

advise surface corrosion on both rear brake discs inner surface

Pass 10 Aug 2015 23,796 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 SMU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS12 SMU registered?

DS12 SMU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is DS12 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 SMU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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