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BD12 VTZ

2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

102,790 mi
Last recorded102,790 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd65,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD12 VTZ
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper Sd
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 102,790 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 96,223 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Structural corrosion

Pass 5 Sep 2023 89,910 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 83,753 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 76,967 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box oil leak (O/S drive shaft seal) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 76,967 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box oil leak (O/S drive shaft seal) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 72,835 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 68,700 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 58,697 miles

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

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Dec 2017 50,215 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 45,847 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 36,324 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 28,021 miles

NSF tyre worn on outer edge

NSR tyre worn on inner edge

Nail in nearside rear tyre

OSR tyre worn on inner edge

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman Cooper Sd?

Based on 5,905 MOT tests across 652 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
6,740
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
652
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 21
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
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BD12 VTZ is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 65,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Countryman Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD12 VTZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD12 VTZ registered?

BD12 VTZ is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Sd, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is BD12 VTZ safe to buy?

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