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SG51 SWG

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,437 mi
Last recorded101,437 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 SWG
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 101,437 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 101,437 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 87,982 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 74,041 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2024 73,992 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

offside front tyre tread on 3mm, minimum is 1.6mm...

Pass 13 Jun 2023 62,358 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 51,807 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 13 Jun 2022 51,807 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 42,280 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jun 2020 37,602 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Jun 2020 37,602 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jun 2019 30,901 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 30,901 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

brake warning light on

Pass 22 Jun 2018 20,779 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 19,895 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 19,895 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 18,950 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 14,843 miles

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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SG51 SWG is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SG51 SWG, 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 SG51 SWG registered?

SG51 SWG is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is SG51 SWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 SWG shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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