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RV12 XXL

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

106,600 mi
Last recorded106,600 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 XXL
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 106,600 miles

Handbrake travel long

Fail 23 May 2025 106,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Handbrake travel long

Pass 23 May 2024 95,017 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 86,522 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2022 76,278 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 63,085 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 55,002 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 41,833 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 41,833 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2018 33,314 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 29,177 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 29,164 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 25,446 miles

Emissions to low for smokemeter to read unable to get printout

Engine covers fitted

Sill covers fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2015 22,334 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RV12 XXL is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black 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 RV12 XXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV12 XXL?

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What year was RV12 XXL registered?

RV12 XXL is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is RV12 XXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 XXL 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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