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PJ12 HFE

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

96,159 mi
Last recorded96,159 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 HFE
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 96,159 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 95,717 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 92,645 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 88,330 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 81,503 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2021 81,180 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge and badly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 12 Oct 2021 81,180 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge and badly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 77,768 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 70,040 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 60,995 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 54,815 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 54,815 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 52,251 miles

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 1 Jul 2016 42,972 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 42,866 miles

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 32,635 miles

front brake pads worn thin

n.s.f tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 22 Jun 2015 32,635 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake pads worn thin

n.s.f tyre worn on outer edge

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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PJ12 HFE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 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 D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ12 HFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PJ12 HFE registered?

PJ12 HFE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 16 July 2012.

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