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LC62 DCF

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

86,276 mi
Last recorded86,276 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 DCF
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 86,276 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 86,276 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 79,876 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2023 72,073 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 68,009 miles

has under trays, engine covers + sill covers fitted

has under trays, engine covers + sill covers fitted

Fail 14 Oct 2022 68,009 miles

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

has under trays, engine covers + sill covers fitted

has under trays, engine covers + sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2021 65,795 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 64,540 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 59,686 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 50,328 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 38,561 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 29,488 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 20,799 miles

undertrays and sill covers fitted

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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LC62 DCF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LC62 DCF, 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 LC62 DCF registered?

LC62 DCF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is LC62 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 DCF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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