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MF12 SVV

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,793 mi
Last recorded95,793 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 SVV
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 95,793 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

nearside rear tyre is wearing on the outer shoulder

Fail 4 Dec 2025 95,772 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken at top (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

nearside front tyre is wearing on the outer shoulder

Pass 3 Dec 2024 91,332 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 86,145 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning & offside (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 76,302 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened marked in yellow (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2022 76,302 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened marked in yellow (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 60,128 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 58,928 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 57,846 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 54,494 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 48,736 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 42,998 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 36,332 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 31,238 miles

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 SVV is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Black 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 MF12 SVV, 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 SVV registered?

MF12 SVV is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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