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GF12 SZR

2012 Mini Countryman Cooper S

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,878 mi
Last recorded98,878 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper S48,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 SZR
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper S
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 98,878 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2026 98,878 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 93,868 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 93,662 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 89,788 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 87,045 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 82,751 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 79,134 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 74,628 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 66,556 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 55,135 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 43,233 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 34,403 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman Cooper S?

Based on 2,580 MOT tests across 215 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
5,265
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
215
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 17
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 11
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 9
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GF12 SZR is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper S in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 48,980 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Countryman Cooper S fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF12 SZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF12 SZR registered?

GF12 SZR is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper S, first registered on 8 May 2012.

Is GF12 SZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 SZR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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