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PBG 300

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,677 mi
Last recorded14,677 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBG 300
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2026 14,677 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 14,225 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 13,912 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 13,283 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 12,842 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 12,385 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 11,414 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 10,072 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 8,702 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 7,103 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 5,850 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 4,532 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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PBG 300 is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 34,809 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PBG 300, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper S Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PBG 300?

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What year was PBG 300 registered?

PBG 300 is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is PBG 300 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBG 300 shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PBG 300 have outstanding finance?

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