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RE12 OED

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

61,468 mi
Last recorded61,468 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 OED
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 61,468 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 52,776 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 44,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2022 37,421 miles

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2021 27,174 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 27,161 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 26,271 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 25,971 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 24,721 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 24,721 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 20,812 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 16,340 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 OED is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black 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 RE12 OED, 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 OED registered?

RE12 OED is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 2 May 2012.

Is RE12 OED safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 OED 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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