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YK12 ORZ

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,767 mi
Last recorded80,767 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 ORZ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 80,767 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 76,222 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 71,547 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2024 71,547 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 63,237 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 60,963 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 58,982 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 57,100 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 52,717 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 52,714 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2018 43,938 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2018 43,938 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Flat spot on Tyre below limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 34,859 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has worn very low on the outer edge ,show cord soon

Nearside Rear Tyre has a flat spot also cracking to outer sidewall

Offside Front Tyre worn low on the outer edge

Pass 11 Feb 2016 27,886 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 20,615 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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YK12 ORZ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YK12 ORZ, 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 YK12 ORZ registered?

YK12 ORZ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is YK12 ORZ safe to buy?

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