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HG12 GGO

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Green Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,002 mi
Last recorded118,002 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 GGO
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 118,002 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 105,374 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 94,714 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2023 82,139 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 76,858 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 79,379 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 65,420 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 65,419 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 55,787 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 55,787 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 46,348 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 35,433 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 35,433 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 26,219 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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HG12 GGO is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Green with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HG12 GGO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HG12 GGO registered?

HG12 GGO is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is HG12 GGO safe to buy?

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