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RE12 FPP

2012 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,008 mi
Last recorded61,008 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 FPP
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 61,008 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Sep 2025 61,008 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 59,509 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear compliance bush has play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 58,423 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 56,972 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 4 Jun 2021 55,493 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 55,493 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 54,360 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 51,592 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 48,336 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 43,017 miles

both front tyres worn low on inner edge

Pass 19 Apr 2016 36,310 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 30,031 miles

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

rear inner brake pads starting to get low

Fail 14 Apr 2015 30,031 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear inner brake pads starting to get low

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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RE12 FPP is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RE12 FPP, 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 RE12 FPP registered?

RE12 FPP is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 16 April 2012.

Is RE12 FPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 FPP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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