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CE12 BKU

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

117,259 mi
Last recorded117,259 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE12 BKU
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 117,259 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 113,015 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 109,552 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 109,552 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 106,845 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer treads bald (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 103,265 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 96,103 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2021 96,102 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2020 89,144 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

under tray fitted hard to check components

Fail 14 Apr 2020 89,144 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

under tray fitted hard to check components

Pass 1 Apr 2019 79,690 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 70,034 miles

Front disc's worn

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear disc's worn

covers fitted not allowing full inspection of brake pipes and fuel lines under car

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay

Fail 4 Apr 2018 70,033 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged persihed (4.1.D.1e)

Rear disc's worn

Front disc's worn

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

covers fitted not allowing full inspection of brake pipes and fuel lines under car

under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of engine bay

Pass 6 Apr 2017 58,329 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 46,344 miles

nearside front road wheel rim light damage to inner side

Pass 14 Oct 2015 40,543 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 39,928 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 39,928 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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CE12 BKU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,131 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 Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CE12 BKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was CE12 BKU registered?

CE12 BKU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 25 July 2012.

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