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YG12 BZA

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,307 mi
Last recorded97,307 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG12 BZA
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2025 97,307 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2024 92,918 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on both front lower suspension arms have play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output beam image poor (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav causing blind spot to road users ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged HAS RUN FLAT DAMAGE TO INNER AND OUTER SIDEWALLS. DANGEROUS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights adjusted up ()

Pass 15 Nov 2023 87,504 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2022 85,015 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 79,677 miles

all tyres cracking outer side walls

Pass 19 Nov 2020 72,155 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 68,278 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 62,337 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 56,022 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 50,149 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 49,919 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 38,660 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 33,414 miles

front wiperblades worn

Pass 22 Aug 2014 27,518 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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YG12 BZA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YG12 BZA, 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 YG12 BZA registered?

YG12 BZA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 2 March 2012.

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