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AE08 EMA

2012 Mini Cooper D

Orange Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,989 mi
Last recorded138,989 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 EMA
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 138,989 miles
Fail 24 May 2026 138,103 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 123,084 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 107,124 miles
Pass 14 May 2023 103,308 miles
Pass 28 May 2022
Pass 11 Dec 2020 90,479 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 84,851 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 80,301 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 80,078 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 59,417 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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AE08 EMA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Orange with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AE08 EMA, 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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What year was AE08 EMA registered?

AE08 EMA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is AE08 EMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 EMA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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