CarVerify

Free Car Check

DA12 FOP

2012 Mini One D

Black Diesel 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

87,328 mi
Last recorded87,328 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini One D66,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mini
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 FOP
MakeMini
ModelOne D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc
View full Mini One D reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 87,328 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 87,320 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 82,970 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 79,059 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 75,997 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2021 72,909 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 68,222 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2019 59,246 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 51,447 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 47,131 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front tyre starting to wear low on tread (3mm)

Offside rear tyre starting to wear low on tread (3mm)

Unable to carry out full smoke test vehicle with not rev over 3500rpm

Under trays obscuring testable items

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2016 38,365 miles

Dog basket strapped in front passenger seat - unable to inspect belt fully.

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Unable to carry out full emissions test - no smoke.

Pass 22 May 2015 32,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 May 2015 32,017 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Mini One D?

Based on 16,090 MOT tests across 1,719 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
6,300
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
1,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 118
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 90
Registration plate lamp not working 58
Full Mini One D reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DA12 FOP is a 2012 Mini One D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini One D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 66,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini One D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA12 FOP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini One D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini One D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DA12 FOP?

You can check the full history of DA12 FOP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DA12 FOP registered?

DA12 FOP is a 2012 Mini One D, first registered on 22 May 2012.

Is DA12 FOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA12 FOP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DA12 FOP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DA12 FOP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.