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MG52 JAM

2012 Mini Countryman One

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,988 mi
Last recorded74,988 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman One54,530 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG52 JAM
MakeMini
ModelCountryman One
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 74,988 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 71,937 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 69,284 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 65,662 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 61,501 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 60,200 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 58,575 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 May 2019 58,191 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 51,830 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 51,830 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 51,827 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 43,797 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 34,249 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/60r16 (4.1.E.1)

O/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 26,153 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman One?

Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
5,614
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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MG52 JAM is a 2012 Mini Countryman One in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman One models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 54,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Countryman One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MG52 JAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MG52 JAM registered?

MG52 JAM is a 2012 Mini Countryman One, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is MG52 JAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG52 JAM 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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