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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition. Check any Cooper D London 2012 Edition by registration number below.

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78.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-3.0%

vs Mini Avg

2

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition has an average MOT pass rate of 78.7%, which is 3.0 percentage points below the Mini brand average of 81.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Cooper D London 2012 Edition on the road.

The most common reasons a Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Cooper D London 2012 Edition for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition performs at MOT across different model years.

2012

Based on 443 vehicles

76.7%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

27.6%

Mileage at 10yr

128k mi

0

Based on 223 vehicles

80.7%Good
Mini average: 81.7%
Mileage at 5yr

85k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition

The most common reasons a Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.8%
Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

6.8%

Front Nearside

5.6%

Rear Offside

2.3%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition

Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition is 78.7% compared to the Mini average of 81.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition?
The most common MOT failures on the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 78.7%, the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition?
Typical mileage for the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition: 127,745 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Cooper D London 2012 Edition to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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