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EF12 XNZ

2012 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

75,247 mi
Last recorded75,247 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 XNZ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 75,247 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 74,384 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 69,968 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 69,968 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 66,839 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 66,839 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 62,922 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 59,838 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 55,548 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 55,548 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 43,560 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 38,497 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 33,345 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 26,378 miles

Off side front tyre close to legal limit.

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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EF12 XNZ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EF12 XNZ, 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 EF12 XNZ registered?

EF12 XNZ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is EF12 XNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF12 XNZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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