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R3 VUV

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,612 mi
Last recorded101,612 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 VUV
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 101,612 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 98,638 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 93,040 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 85,444 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 61,622 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 58,191 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 49,936 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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R3 VUV is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R3 VUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R3 VUV?

You can check the full history of R3 VUV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R3 VUV registered?

R3 VUV is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is R3 VUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 VUV shows 7 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 R3 VUV have outstanding finance?

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