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GJ12 EAF

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

80,329 mi
Last recorded80,329 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 EAF
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 80,329 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 80,166 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 68,806 miles

underbody undersealed

Pass 18 Mar 2024 68,725 miles

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

underbody undersealed

Fail 18 Mar 2024 68,725 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

underbody undersealed

Pass 15 Feb 2023 63,574 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 63,481 miles

Nearside Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2022 57,201 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2022 57,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged on sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 53,548 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 53,548 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 51,656 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2020 51,656 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 46,778 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 41,766 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 37,112 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 32,732 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 32,732 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2015 29,219 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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GJ12 EAF is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 GJ12 EAF, 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 GJ12 EAF registered?

GJ12 EAF is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 8 March 2012.

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