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FT12 NLK

2012 Mini Countryman One

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

87,941 mi
Last recorded87,941 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman One54,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 NLK
MakeMini
ModelCountryman One
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 87,941 miles

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

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2025 87,941 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn both rear top mounts excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 75,098 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 71,217 miles

unable to open tailgate from exterior

Pass 21 Nov 2022 67,258 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 205/60 R 16 (96V) in tread ()

Fail 21 Nov 2022 67,258 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low near/side and off/side (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen near/side and off/side (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 205/60 R 16 (96V) in tread ()

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps near/side and off/side (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 60,546 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 54,295 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 43,803 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 43,777 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 May 2018 36,811 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 31,013 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 31,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2016 24,534 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 24,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 18,369 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 18,369 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman One?

Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
5,614
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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FT12 NLK is a 2012 Mini Countryman One in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman One models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 54,530 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 Countryman One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FT12 NLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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FT12 NLK is a 2012 Mini Countryman One, first registered on 22 May 2012.

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