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C412 LYS

2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

36,181 mi
Last recorded36,181 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto52,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC412 LYS
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd Auto
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 36,181 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 33,263 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 33,182 miles

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

Fail 28 Dec 2023 33,180 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 33,077 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 33,024 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 32,854 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2019 30,497 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 28,145 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 26,524 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 25,544 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 24,711 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd Auto?

Based on 5,006 MOT tests across 412 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,694
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 20
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C412 LYS is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 52,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C412 LYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Sd Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Sd Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C412 LYS registered?

C412 LYS is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd Auto, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is C412 LYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C412 LYS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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