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SG12 XZM

2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

67,051 mi
Last recorded67,051 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto52,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 XZM
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 67,051 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Mar 2026 67,051 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 58,679 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 52,749 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2023 50,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 v (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 v (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Apr 2023 50,771 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 v (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45/17 v (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 48,620 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 45,594 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 44,570 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 44,568 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 44,518 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 40,610 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 30,459 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 21,896 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 21,867 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 21,867 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 21,509 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 21,484 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 Auto?

Based on 5,006 MOT tests across 412 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,694
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 20
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SG12 XZM is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 52,779 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 Sd Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG12 XZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was SG12 XZM registered?

SG12 XZM is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto, first registered on 8 August 2012.

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