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R20 JCJ

2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,847 mi
Last recorded134,847 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto52,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR20 JCJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 134,847 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2025 121,891 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 105,610 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 97,232 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 97,232 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2022 88,977 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 72,102 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 55,410 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2020 55,409 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 35,593 miles

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

wiper blades worn.n/s washer jet poor aim.

Pass 18 Dec 2017 18,169 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

all tyres starting to perish in tread

front tyres wearing on outter edges

Pass 11 Jan 2017 16,023 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear tyre has slight cracking on outer edge

Pass 9 Dec 2015 14,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outter and iner tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear minor cracking

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outter and iner tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 12,725 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2015 12,725 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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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R20 JCJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R20 JCJ, 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.

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What year was R20 JCJ registered?

R20 JCJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto, first registered on 31 January 2012.

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