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AK12 OWR

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,456 mi
Last recorded98,456 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 OWR
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2024 98,456 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 88,146 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 79,165 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 77,669 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 73,897 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 68,584 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 62,751 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 56,933 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 56,933 miles

Brake warning device not working correctly handbrake light doesn't go out. (3.3.D.3a)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 49,671 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 49,578 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 43,061 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 42,912 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 38,979 miles

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

wipers in poor condition

Fail 12 May 2015 38,979 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

wipers in poor condition

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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AK12 OWR is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK12 OWR, 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 AK12 OWR registered?

AK12 OWR is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is AK12 OWR safe to buy?

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