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SH12 WUM

2012 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

94,163 mi
Last recorded94,163 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH12 WUM
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 94,163 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged inner side wall appears to have been buffed off something in the past (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged inner side wall appears to have been buffed off something in the past (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust heat shield around fuel tank slightly loose

Pass 9 Jul 2025 92,916 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 91,639 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jun 2024 91,636 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fuel pipe ferules corroded and split at filter

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 88,183 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 84,614 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 79,283 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 75,929 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 72,571 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 63,530 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 54,820 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 47,569 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 39,592 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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SH12 WUM is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SH12 WUM, 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 SH12 WUM registered?

SH12 WUM is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 17 May 2012.

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The MOT history for SH12 WUM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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