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FD12 OUJ

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,604 mi
Last recorded89,604 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 OUJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 89,604 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 1 Aug 2025 89,604 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 82,864 miles

Central Rear STOP LIGHT FLICKERING

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 73,005 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 61,077 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 49,745 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 45,416 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front inner sidewall plus tyres starting to wear on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 39,090 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 31,991 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 24,694 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 21,960 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2015 16,163 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 16,163 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FD12 OUJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FD12 OUJ, 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 FD12 OUJ registered?

FD12 OUJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 4 July 2012.

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