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GF12 JYH

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

88,904 mi
Last recorded88,904 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 JYH
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 88,904 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 85,000 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 78,913 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 70,194 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 61,031 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 53,596 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 43,838 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 32,085 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 32,085 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 22,594 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 22,594 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 12,349 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 2,996 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 2,987 miles

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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GF12 JYH is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GF12 JYH, 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 GF12 JYH registered?

GF12 JYH is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is GF12 JYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 JYH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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