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W99 ACM

2012 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

67,246 mi
Last recorded67,246 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW99 ACM
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 67,246 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2025 67,246 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 65,175 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2023 61,733 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 52,883 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

covers fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2021 45,325 miles

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 Sep 2020 39,687 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 35,831 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 32,319 miles

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

Under trays / engine covers fitted covering components.

Pass 30 Aug 2017 28,623 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 8 Sep 2016 25,191 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Sep 2015 18,453 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

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

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

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components.

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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W99 ACM is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Red 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 W99 ACM, 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 W99 ACM registered?

W99 ACM is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is W99 ACM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W99 ACM 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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