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LD62 RCX

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,248 mi
Last recorded79,248 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD62 RCX
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 79,248 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 75,445 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 74,721 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 66,630 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides - slight (5.3.1 (b) (i))

slight engine oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2022 60,271 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 52,690 miles

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

GEAR BOX OIL LEAK

Pass 20 Aug 2020 45,399 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 40,752 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 40,752 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 34,396 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 26,755 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 24,633 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 24,633 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 14,700 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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LD62 RCX is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LD62 RCX, 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 LD62 RCX registered?

LD62 RCX is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is LD62 RCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD62 RCX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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