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SW61 DFU

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,425 mi
Last recorded48,425 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW61 DFU
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 48,425 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 47,080 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 45,668 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 42,613 miles

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

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 19 Dec 2022 42,613 miles

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

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

engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 14 Jan 2022 39,572 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2022 39,572 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 37,140 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 36,012 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 32,908 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jan 2018 29,638 miles

Offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 6 Jan 2017 26,899 miles

windscreen wipers deteriorating

Pass 11 Jan 2016 24,725 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 21,701 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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SW61 DFU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW61 DFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SW61 DFU registered?

SW61 DFU is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 1 February 2012.

Is SW61 DFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW61 DFU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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