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GL12 BWG

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

118,624 mi
Last recorded118,624 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 BWG
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 118,624 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 109,598 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 101,182 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 93,362 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 85,458 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 85,458 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2019 78,687 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 71,108 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 71,108 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 63,672 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 54,101 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre is worn on the outer edge

Pass 2 Dec 2015 43,321 miles

stone chip in front screen

undertrays and engine covers fitted full inspection not possible

Pass 1 Jul 2015 42,211 miles

Chip in windscreen - drivers view ok

o/s wiper poor

o/s/r tyre perished

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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GL12 BWG is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 GL12 BWG, 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 GL12 BWG registered?

GL12 BWG is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is GL12 BWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 BWG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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