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T13 NEU

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

101,148 mi
Last recorded101,148 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT13 NEU
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 101,148 miles

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

Rear fog lamp lens cracked

Pass 29 Jul 2024 99,103 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 99,044 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 95,660 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 85,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit bald inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 13 Oct 2020 85,523 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit bald inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Oct 2019 73,512 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (175.65.R 15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Wheel alignment recommended

Pass 10 Oct 2018 58,328 miles

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

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 2 Oct 2017 46,472 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 39,316 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 31,912 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 28,251 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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T13 NEU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 T13 NEU, 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 T13 NEU registered?

T13 NEU is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 24 October 2012.

Is T13 NEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T13 NEU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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