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AF12 MWJ

2012 Mini Cooper D

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

54,056 mi
Last recorded54,056 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 MWJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 54,056 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ITEMS ON MIRROR ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2026 54,055 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ITEMS ON MIRROR ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 51,820 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2025 51,820 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Feb 2024 50,016 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 48,740 miles

o/s/front tyre wear on edge

under tray fitted

Fail 21 Feb 2023 48,740 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

o/s/front tyre wear on edge

under tray fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2022 47,776 miles

o/s/front tyre wear on edge

Fail 25 Feb 2022 47,776 miles

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

o/s/front tyre wear on edge

Pass 5 Mar 2021 46,732 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 45,616 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 42,556 miles

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

under covers fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2019 42,556 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

under covers fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2018 39,397 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 37,511 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 36,161 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 23,969 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

near side front tyre heaviy worn on inner edge

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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AF12 MWJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AF12 MWJ, 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 AF12 MWJ registered?

AF12 MWJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 3 March 2012.

Is AF12 MWJ safe to buy?

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