CarVerify

Free Car Check

MT12 XLL

2012 Mini Countryman Cooper

White Diesel 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,636 mi
Last recorded71,636 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper52,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mini
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT12 XLL
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 71,636 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 71,009 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2023 71,006 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 68,410 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 66,578 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 64,017 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 62,878 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 58,802 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 58,802 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2017 46,189 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 46,189 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 35,470 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 35,470 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2015 22,974 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 22,974 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman Cooper?

Based on 10,622 MOT tests across 943 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
5,506
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
943
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38
Full Mini Countryman Cooper reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MT12 XLL is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 52,152 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 Countryman Cooper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT12 XLL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MT12 XLL?

You can check the full history of MT12 XLL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MT12 XLL registered?

MT12 XLL is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is MT12 XLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT12 XLL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT12 XLL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MT12 XLL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.