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FG12 ZSU

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Red Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,784 mi
Last recorded119,784 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 ZSU
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 119,784 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres down to wear markers (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 115,978 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 112,048 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 107,161 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 103,903 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 102,922 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 102,922 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected (4.11 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 92,241 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 89,960 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

objects in drivers view

Pass 21 Apr 2017 83,245 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 83,245 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 77,935 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 68,329 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 68,319 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 53,022 miles

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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FG12 ZSU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Red with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 FG12 ZSU, 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 FG12 ZSU registered?

FG12 ZSU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 28 April 2012.

Is FG12 ZSU safe to buy?

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