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SA12 DDF

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,624 mi
Last recorded79,624 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA12 DDF
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 79,624 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 72,487 miles

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2023 63,545 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 53,859 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 46,772 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 43,062 miles

advice on front wipers

advice on front wipers

Pass 6 Jun 2018 32,253 miles

advice keep eye on n/s/r tyre

advice on further look at front and rear brakes and brake discs

advice on further look at front suspension

Pass 20 Jun 2017 22,041 miles

advice keep eye on o/s/f tyers

Pass 11 Apr 2016 11,769 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 11,113 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 6 Jan 2015 9,096 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 9,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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SA12 DDF is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SA12 DDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Sd typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Sd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SA12 DDF registered?

SA12 DDF is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is SA12 DDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA12 DDF 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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