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M26 WMS

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,091 mi
Last recorded113,091 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM26 WMS
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 113,091 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2024 101,804 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 91,625 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2023 91,625 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 10 May 2022 80,962 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 80,952 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 79,544 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 72,905 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 67,857 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 64,482 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 64,482 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 52,647 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 52,647 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 40,891 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 29,676 miles

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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M26 WMS is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M26 WMS, 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 M26 WMS registered?

M26 WMS is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is M26 WMS safe to buy?

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