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GU12 YTZ

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,028 mi
Last recorded82,028 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 YTZ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 82,028 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 May 2025 79,042 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 75,757 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 72,594 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 65,215 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 61,927 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 56,455 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 48,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre worn on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Starting to perish

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre worn on inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 1 Mar 2017 38,677 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 30,876 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 21,617 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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GU12 YTZ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 GU12 YTZ, 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 GU12 YTZ registered?

GU12 YTZ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is GU12 YTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 YTZ shows 11 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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