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LF12 XKT

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,768 mi
Last recorded65,768 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF12 XKT
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 65,768 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 64,796 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly out of shape inside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 63,942 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 62,703 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting close on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 62,115 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear are cracking and getting low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 61,584 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 59,081 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 53,160 miles

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Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 16 May 2017 43,495 miles

rear brake pads getting low

Fail 16 May 2017 43,495 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both front and nearside rear tyre valves splitting at the base

rear brake pads getting low

nearside front tyre splitting inner sidewall

Pass 20 May 2016 26,455 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 26,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 May 2015 9,694 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2015 9,694 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 9,518 miles

nearside front tyre has a cut on outer sidewall

offside front brake caliper signs of brake fulid around bleed nipple

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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LF12 XKT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 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 Mini (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF12 XKT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF12 XKT registered?

LF12 XKT is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 3 March 2012.

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