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OV12 HLC

2012 Mini Cooper

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

132,874 mi
Last recorded132,874 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper48,322 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 HLC
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 132,874 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2026 132,849 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2025 130,087 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 125,955 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 122,054 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 118,115 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 112,658 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 112,515 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 91,583 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 81,631 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 74,023 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 57,673 miles

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

emissions to clean to read

Pass 21 Apr 2015 57,673 miles

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How Reliable is the Mini Cooper?

Based on 1,705,479 MOT tests across 247,583 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
247,583
On UK Roads
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OV12 HLC is a 2012 Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 48,322 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OV12 HLC?

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What year was OV12 HLC registered?

OV12 HLC is a 2012 Mini Cooper, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is OV12 HLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV12 HLC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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