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HG12 SXL

2012 Mini Countryman One

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,096 mi
Last recorded65,096 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman One54,530 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG12 SXL
MakeMini
ModelCountryman One
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 65,096 miles

Front Screen washers poor operation

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 53,511 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Inner Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 13 Jun 2023 44,166 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 40,860 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Sep 2022 40,860 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rust patch inside surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 40,634 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 38,929 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 36,794 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 34,651 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 31,440 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 26,882 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear undertray fitted

Offside Rear undertray fitted

Fail 27 Jun 2016 26,882 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear undertray fitted

Offside Rear undertray fitted

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 21,834 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 21,775 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman One?

Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
5,614
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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HG12 SXL is a 2012 Mini Countryman One in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman One models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 54,530 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 Countryman One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG12 SXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was HG12 SXL registered?

HG12 SXL is a 2012 Mini Countryman One, first registered on 27 June 2012.

Is HG12 SXL safe to buy?

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