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T17 RAS

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

25,378 mi
Last recorded25,378 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT17 RAS
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 25,378 miles

surface rust to both rear brake discs

Fail 16 Dec 2025 25,378 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure mis-shaped (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

surface rust to both rear brake discs

Pass 25 Nov 2024 25,113 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2024 25,113 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 24,986 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

surface rust to all brake discs

Pass 16 Dec 2022 24,772 miles

full length undertrays fitted

Fail 16 Dec 2022 24,772 miles

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

full length undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2021 24,707 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 24,074 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 24,074 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 22,423 miles

rear brake discs corroded

tps light on

Fail 22 Nov 2019 22,423 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

rear brake discs corroded

tps light on

Pass 19 Nov 2018 20,254 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 15,309 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 11,353 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 9,295 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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T17 RAS is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T17 RAS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T17 RAS registered?

T17 RAS is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is T17 RAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T17 RAS shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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