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NX12 GYJ

2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

86,053 mi
Last recorded86,053 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto52,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX12 GYJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 86,053 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2024 83,502 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2024 83,502 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2023 80,711 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both NS/OS at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Cv boot slightly seeping grease

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both NS/OS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 76,439 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both with wear lips (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both with wear lips (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 70,183 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 70,183 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front brake pad wear indicator not fitted in place rubbing on wheel

Pass 9 Jul 2020 63,062 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dashcam ()

Pass 30 May 2019 56,254 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 52,378 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 46,370 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 46,370 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 37,001 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 28,856 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd Auto?

Based on 5,006 MOT tests across 412 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,694
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 20
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NX12 GYJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 52,779 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 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NX12 GYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Sd Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Sd Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NX12 GYJ registered?

NX12 GYJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto, first registered on 29 June 2012.

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