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AO62 LBN

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,011 mi
Last recorded160,011 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 LBN
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 160,011 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

exhaust heat shield deteriorated

Pass 18 Oct 2023 147,508 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 132,022 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 117,170 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 117,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 100,848 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 87,516 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 73,335 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 58,569 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 44,344 miles

Front tyres perished

Front windscreen damaged within the swept area

Nearside rear brake has a slight bind

Nearside spot lamp glass damaged

Fail 1 Dec 2016 44,344 miles

Front tyres perished

Front windscreen damaged within the swept area

Nearside rear brake has a slight bind

Nearside spot lamp glass damaged

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 32,516 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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AO62 LBN is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AO62 LBN, 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.

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What year was AO62 LBN registered?

AO62 LBN is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is AO62 LBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO62 LBN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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