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BT12 OPA

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,893 mi
Last recorded31,893 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 OPA
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 31,893 miles

Offside washer jet not working n/s suppling both sides

Pass 20 Nov 2024 30,047 miles

Offside washer jet not working n/s suppling both

Pass 22 Nov 2023 28,081 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Nov 2023 28,081 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175 65 15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 25,773 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 23,220 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2021 23,220 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 21,122 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 18,626 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 16,107 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 13,657 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 11,192 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 8,511 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 5,533 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 5,533 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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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BT12 OPA is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT12 OPA, 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 BT12 OPA registered?

BT12 OPA is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is BT12 OPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT12 OPA shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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