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NJ12 NTD

2012 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

89,539 mi
Last recorded89,539 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ12 NTD
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 89,539 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 89,537 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 85,038 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 76,676 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2023 66,031 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2023 66,031 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 58,569 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 55,235 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2021 55,179 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 50,488 miles

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

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

Off side rear brake slightly binding not showing in the brake rollers

Pass 10 Aug 2019 44,546 miles

Vehicle underneath has slight corrosion

Pass 11 Aug 2018 40,890 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 33,084 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 31,421 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 27,234 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 24,425 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2015 24,425 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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NJ12 NTD is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NJ12 NTD, 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

How do I check the history of NJ12 NTD?

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What year was NJ12 NTD registered?

NJ12 NTD is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is NJ12 NTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ12 NTD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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