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GJ12 ZSU

2012 Mini Cooper D

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

167,214 mi
Last recorded167,214 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 ZSU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 167,214 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2024 167,214 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 135,875 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 135,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 112,699 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 108,188 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 106,002 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 94,634 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 80,079 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 65,749 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2016 52,431 miles

Centre Rear Upper high level brake light working but at a reduced intensity

Pass 24 Mar 2015 43,729 miles

front washer jets partially working (slightly blocked)

nearside front wiper blade torn

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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GJ12 ZSU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GJ12 ZSU, 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 GJ12 ZSU registered?

GJ12 ZSU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is GJ12 ZSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ12 ZSU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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