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WJ12 BZN

2012 Mini Countryman Cooper

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,898 mi
Last recorded105,898 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper52,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 BZN
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 105,898 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2025 105,795 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower position lamp very dim

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2024 100,581 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 94,788 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 94,788 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 88,459 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

offside rear tyre inner sidewall worn

Pass 24 Aug 2021 81,259 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 75,442 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2020 75,440 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 68,823 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 57,389 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 43,983 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 29,828 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 29,828 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 26,562 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 21,719 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman Cooper?

Based on 10,622 MOT tests across 943 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
5,506
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
943
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38
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WJ12 BZN is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 52,152 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 Countryman Cooper fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ12 BZN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Countryman Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Countryman Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WJ12 BZN registered?

WJ12 BZN is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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