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HY12 GNZ

2012 Mini Cooper D Auto

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,024 mi
Last recorded61,024 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto50,744 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 GNZ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D Auto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 61,024 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 55,962 miles

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under-Trays Fitted

Fail 9 Dec 2024 55,962 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Under-Trays Fitted

Pass 13 Dec 2023 50,943 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Dec 2023 50,943 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 46,943 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 42,646 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 38,971 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 34,724 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 31,011 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2017 28,192 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 26,029 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 20,444 miles

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of the seat belt

Pass 1 Nov 2014 11,669 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D Auto?

Based on 7,318 MOT tests across 637 vehicles.

82.3%
Pass Rate
4,727
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
637
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30
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HY12 GNZ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 50,744 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY12 GNZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HY12 GNZ registered?

HY12 GNZ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D Auto, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is HY12 GNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 GNZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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