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EX12 NGU

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,986 mi
Last recorded49,986 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 NGU
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 49,986 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip not in the swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 44,637 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 40,532 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 35,545 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 33,133 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 30,770 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 26,330 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 26,330 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2019 20,381 miles

front and rear tyres perished badly

front brake pads aprox 80% worn front brake discs worn

Pass 4 May 2018 14,447 miles

Nearside Front tyre side walls perished

Nearside Rear tyre side walls perished

Offside Rear tyre side walls perished

Pass 5 May 2017 6,574 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 5,826 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 4,925 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 4,924 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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EX12 NGU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EX12 NGU, 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 EX12 NGU registered?

EX12 NGU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is EX12 NGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 NGU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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