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MF12 HLE

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

148,147 mi
Last recorded148,147 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 HLE
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 148,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge [offside approx 3mm] (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2025 148,147 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge [offside approx 3mm] (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam rectified, fitted 427 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2024 140,891 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2024 140,888 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 130,596 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake discs corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2023 130,590 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear brake discs corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2022 122,172 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 112,823 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 111,364 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 105,811 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 105,811 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 93,374 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 93,374 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 81,365 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 81,365 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 68,886 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 58,171 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 52,516 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 52,516 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MF12 HLE is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 MF12 HLE, 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.

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What year was MF12 HLE registered?

MF12 HLE is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 26 March 2012.

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