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S5 HDD

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

122,998 mi
Last recorded122,998 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS5 HDD
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 122,998 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 112,064 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 102,859 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 102,859 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 92,905 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 80,926 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 69,170 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 69,169 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fit (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45r17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

tyre moniter light on

Pass 28 Nov 2019 60,600 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2019 60,599 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/45r17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/45r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Dec 2018 51,137 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 51,137 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2017 39,863 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 39,863 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 28,176 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 15,096 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

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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S5 HDD is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 S5 HDD, 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 S5 HDD registered?

S5 HDD is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 3 December 2012.

Is S5 HDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S5 HDD shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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