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LD12 UTE

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

131,050 mi
Last recorded131,050 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 UTE
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 131,050 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 124,199 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2024 114,770 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 May 2023 105,304 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 105,304 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2022 93,904 miles

Nearside Front Nail in the tyre .

Pass 24 Jan 2022 91,592 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 91,590 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 88,312 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 83,087 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 74,595 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 74,595 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 66,310 miles

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

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

both front tyres starting to perish and worn on edges

Pass 4 Apr 2017 58,987 miles

front brake pads are low

rear brake pads are low

Fail 4 Apr 2017 58,987 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

front brake pads are low

rear brake pads are low

Pass 19 Apr 2016 54,403 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 47,906 miles

damage nearside front tyre sidewall.

deterioration front wiper blade rubbers.

nearside front tyre worn low outer edge.

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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LD12 UTE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 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 D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LD12 UTE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LD12 UTE registered?

LD12 UTE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 1 April 2012.

Is LD12 UTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD12 UTE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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