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X18 VEN

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,499 mi
Last recorded86,499 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX18 VEN
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 86,499 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit wear outer edge also cracking and perishing 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit wear outer edge also cracking and perishing 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2025 86,499 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam x1 h7 bulb fitted (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit wear outer edge also cracking and perishing 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit wear outer edge also cracking and perishing 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 bulbs fitted ( c5w ) (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 76,375 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2024 76,375 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 65,189 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 57,118 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 54,450 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2022 54,447 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2021 49,723 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 46,818 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 42,208 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 35,739 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 29,353 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 21,812 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 19,611 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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X18 VEN is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X18 VEN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X18 VEN registered?

X18 VEN is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 20 August 2012.

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