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FT12 VLO

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,538 mi
Last recorded100,538 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT12 VLO
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 100,538 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 98,600 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 17 Jan 2024 95,752 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 91,959 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Jan 2022 87,593 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 82,417 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 82,417 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 74,501 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 74,501 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 70,547 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 66,578 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 66,578 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 55,889 miles

both rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 3 Oct 2015 41,535 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 24,918 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 24,918 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (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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FT12 VLO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FT12 VLO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FT12 VLO registered?

FT12 VLO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is FT12 VLO safe to buy?

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