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FD12 DCY

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

101,066 mi
Last recorded101,066 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 DCY
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 101,066 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 96,018 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate damaged but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 96,018 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine light on dash (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front number plate damaged but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm remaining + worn heavily on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 86,689 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 82,594 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Feb 2021 82,594 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 79,687 miles

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor wire slightly damaged

Fail 4 Feb 2020 79,687 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge in the outside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor wire slightly damaged

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 63,195 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

tpms light on

Pass 7 Feb 2018 54,645 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 38,253 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 36,290 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 32,958 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 32,958 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FD12 DCY is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 FD12 DCY, 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 FD12 DCY registered?

FD12 DCY is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is FD12 DCY safe to buy?

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