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SO08 MAE

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

122,321 mi
Last recorded122,321 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 MAE
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 122,321 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

unable to check all components due to undertrays

Pass 23 Sep 2024 120,531 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2024 120,530 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 113,731 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 104,979 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 96,879 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 90,380 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 90,378 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 86,376 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 77,273 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 57,886 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 57,886 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 51,494 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 46,622 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 35,119 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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SO08 MAE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SO08 MAE, 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 SO08 MAE registered?

SO08 MAE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is SO08 MAE safe to buy?

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