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LB12 XLA

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,058 mi
Last recorded88,058 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB12 XLA
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2026 88,058 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Jan 2025 82,390 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 75,883 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 68,497 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 60,870 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 54,248 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 45,968 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 42,127 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 36,213 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 28,944 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 21,803 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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LB12 XLA is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB12 XLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB12 XLA registered?

LB12 XLA is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 23 July 2012.

Is LB12 XLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB12 XLA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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