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X28 SMR

2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

98,370 mi
Last recorded98,370 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto52,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX28 SMR
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd Auto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 98,370 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 95,409 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 95,409 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 92,061 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 89,462 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 87,381 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 87,064 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 79,770 miles

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

n/s/r light lens damaged

rattle from exhaust system

slight oil leak from turbo pipe

Fail 20 Dec 2019 79,755 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 60,483 miles

o/s/r tyre distorted on inner edge

Pass 8 Dec 2017 46,469 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 43,477 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 40,573 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 35,184 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd Auto?

Based on 5,006 MOT tests across 412 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,694
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 20
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X28 SMR is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto in Red 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 Sd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 52,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X28 SMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Sd Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Sd Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X28 SMR registered?

X28 SMR is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto, first registered on 15 May 2012.

Is X28 SMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X28 SMR 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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