Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition
From 301 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, caused 11 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 11 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 9 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 8 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 4 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| any fracture or welding defect on a wheel | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 30.6% of Cooper D London 2012 Edition failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £64.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 74.4% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Cooper D London 2012 Editions tested had between 66,454 and 104,134 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 82,658 median miles, the Cooper D London 2012 Edition has 0.031 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Mini models
| Mini Mini | 71.5% |
| Mini Cooper | 87% |
| Mini Cooper S | 88.5% |
| Mini Countryman | 88.5% |
| Mini One | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition MOT pass rate?
The Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition has a 74.4% MOT pass rate based on 301 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition?
The most common MOT failure on the Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition is a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Mini Cooper D London 2012 Edition is 82,658 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 66,454 and 104,134 miles.
Buying a used Cooper D London 2012 Edition?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 74.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £64 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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