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LB12 FKO

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,866 mi
Last recorded42,866 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 FKO
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 42,866 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 38,248 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 34,982 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2024 34,982 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 21,380 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 10,042 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 5,793 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 4,800 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 2,704 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 2,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 2,639 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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LB12 FKO is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 34,809 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB12 FKO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper S Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LB12 FKO registered?

LB12 FKO is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is LB12 FKO safe to buy?

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