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RD10 VER

2012 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

116,861 mi
Last recorded116,861 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD10 VER
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 116,861 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 105,199 miles

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 92,958 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 83,043 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2021 72,352 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin NSR pads on 3mm. OSR pads on 8mm. Needs further investigation (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 66,130 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 8 May 2019 51,804 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 May 2018 41,205 miles

Front front wiper blade split but still clears the windscreen effectively.

Pass 3 May 2017 29,805 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 20,238 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 19,236 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 19,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

O/S/F Tyre worn on outer shoulder.

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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RD10 VER is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RD10 VER, 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.

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What year was RD10 VER registered?

RD10 VER is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is RD10 VER safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD10 VER shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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