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AP11 PLE

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

5,601 mi
Last recorded5,601 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP11 PLE
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 5,601 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 5,584 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 5,352 miles

Central Rear Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 5,320 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2021 5,271 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 5,015 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 4,881 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 4,881 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2017 4,652 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 4,105 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 2,957 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 2,658 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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AP11 PLE is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP11 PLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP11 PLE registered?

AP11 PLE is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 8 September 2012.

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