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SW12 KWL

2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

57,282 mi
Last recorded57,282 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition46,348 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 KWL
MakeMini
ModelCooper London 2012 Edition
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 57,282 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 26 Feb 2026 57,282 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 51,949 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated C.V Gaiter Deteriorated, (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 46,875 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 41,948 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 41,877 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction indicates a fault (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 37,488 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 37,488 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts brake wear sensor wiring (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 37,479 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges (4.11 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 33,269 miles

covers fitted

Fail 29 Sep 2020 33,269 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

covers fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2019 27,390 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2018 21,680 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 15,806 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Jun 2017 15,802 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Jun 2016 12,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm wearing on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 10,316 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition?

Based on 2,006 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
4,728
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7
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SW12 KWL is a 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 46,348 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 London 2012 Edition fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW12 KWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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SW12 KWL is a 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition, first registered on 28 June 2012.

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