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L21 RRE

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,336 mi
Last recorded55,336 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL21 RRE
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 55,336 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 52,995 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 50,870 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 49,006 miles

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 11 Oct 2021 47,157 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 43,335 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 40,594 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 39,209 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 31,489 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 31,489 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2017 28,106 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 24,925 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 24 Sep 2016 24,925 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 7 Sep 2015 18,112 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (3.5.1i)

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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L21 RRE is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L21 RRE, 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

How do I check the history of L21 RRE?

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What year was L21 RRE registered?

L21 RRE is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is L21 RRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L21 RRE 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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