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EF12 AJY

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,291 mi
Last recorded86,291 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 AJY
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 86,291 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 70,792 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 63,457 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 59,344 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 56,966 miles

Nearside Lower Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 52,507 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 49,047 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides cutting edges and both slight perished (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 43,029 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 34,314 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 29,530 miles

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Fail 21 Apr 2017 29,530 miles

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 22,959 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 18,408 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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EF12 AJY is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF12 AJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was EF12 AJY registered?

EF12 AJY is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is EF12 AJY safe to buy?

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