Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Mini Cooper S Petrol 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 87,327 miles on the clock, averaging 5,652 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 N14 Turbo engine is known for n14b16. Common Mini Cooper S issues include 1. door latch failure (rear doors) and 2. headlight height adjustment malfunction.
MOT & Mileage History for CA12 HVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,327 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,390 |
| Average per year | 5,652 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
Reported issues for this Mini Cooper S
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini Cooper S models (2007–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Door Latch Failure (Rear Doors)
The rear door latches fail, preventing doors from opening or closing reliably.[2][5] · Typical repair: £150–£400 per latch (parts and labour at independent garage, estimated)
2. Headlight Height Adjustment Malfunction
The motorised headlight levelling system fails, causing headlights to randomly raise and lower beam height while driving.[1] · Typical repair: £200–£500 (motor replacement plus alignment, estimated)
3. Water Pump Failure
Water pump fails, causing loss of coolant circulation and potential engine overheating.[1][2][3] · Typical repair: £300–£600 (pump replacement including labour, estimated)
4. Valve Cover Oil Leaks
Oil seals at valve cover corners degrade and fail, allowing oil to leak onto the engine and exhaust system.[2] · Typical repair: £150–£350 (gasket replacement and cleaning, estimated)
N14B16
High oil burn (piston rings/valve seals), starves timing components of lubrication.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CA12 HVU |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper S |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About CA12 HVU
What car is CA12 HVU?
CA12 HVU is a blue Mini Cooper S, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2012.
What is the mileage of CA12 HVU?
The last recorded mileage for CA12 HVU was 87,327 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA12 HVU passed its MOT?
CA12 HVU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 14 Aug 2026.
Is CA12 HVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA12 HVU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is CA12 HVU?
CA12 HVU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.