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GV61 KFR

2012 Mini Cooper D

Orange Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,925 mi
Last recorded128,925 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 KFR
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 128,925 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 122,730 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 116,124 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 109,373 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 16 Jan 2023 109,373 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 104,072 miles

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

small cut in n/s/f tyre

Pass 20 Jan 2021 96,439 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2020 88,669 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 10 Jan 2020 88,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 78,296 miles

nearside rear tyre perished and cracked

Fail 9 Jan 2019 78,237 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

nearside rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 12 Jan 2018 65,279 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 53,978 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 44,832 miles

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2015 35,311 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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GV61 KFR is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Orange with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV61 KFR, 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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GV61 KFR is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 24 January 2012.

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