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LA12 VCV

2012 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,459 mi
Last recorded24,459 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 VCV
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 24,459 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 22,139 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2024 22,137 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Nov 2022 19,522 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 19,522 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 15,613 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 13,822 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 12,902 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 11,793 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 10,701 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 9,472 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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LA12 VCV is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LA12 VCV, 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 LA12 VCV registered?

LA12 VCV is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is LA12 VCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA12 VCV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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