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WL12 MDV

2012 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

133,038 mi
Last recorded133,038 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL12 MDV
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 133,038 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened include subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened include subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2024 133,037 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened include subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened include subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 121,567 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 118,339 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 106,765 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 100,277 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 100,277 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 91,859 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 91,859 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 89,916 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 80,773 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 69,064 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 53,011 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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WL12 MDV is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 WL12 MDV, 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 WL12 MDV registered?

WL12 MDV is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is WL12 MDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL12 MDV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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