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LC12 DZL

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

41,031 mi
Last recorded41,031 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 DZL
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 41,031 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2024 31,639 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 31,292 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 28,222 miles
Fail 28 May 2022 28,188 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 22,941 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 19,554 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 15,152 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Fail 28 May 2019 15,152 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

front number plate damage

Pass 12 Jun 2018 13,716 miles

front number plate damage.

front windscreen wiper blades smearing screen.

front windscreen wiper blades smearing screen.

Pass 5 May 2017 12,539 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 12,529 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 11,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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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LC12 DZL is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LC12 DZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC12 DZL registered?

LC12 DZL is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 28 April 2012.

Is LC12 DZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 DZL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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