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LC62 XVF

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

51,510 mi
Last recorded51,510 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 XVF
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 51,510 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2026 51,510 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 47,245 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 41,778 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 37,720 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 36,280 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 35,114 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 34,113 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 33,023 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jan 2018 32,400 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 30,822 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 30,822 miles

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 26,592 miles

under trays fitted

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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LC62 XVF is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LC62 XVF, 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

How do I check the history of LC62 XVF?

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What year was LC62 XVF registered?

LC62 XVF is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 14 December 2012.

Is LC62 XVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 XVF 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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