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LF62 XFA

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,405 mi
Last recorded32,405 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF62 XFA
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 32,405 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2026 32,324 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 32,324 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 29,748 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 27,338 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 24,086 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 21,097 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 18,712 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 14,758 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Fail 19 Aug 2019 14,753 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords split to cord in bald outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside windscreen washer has 1 of 2 jets not working

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside & nearside cracking or perishing outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 21 Aug 2018 12,455 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both inner & outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 10,308 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing low outer edge

Pass 19 Aug 2016 8,728 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 6,019 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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LF62 XFA is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Black with a 1,600cc 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 LF62 XFA, 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 LF62 XFA registered?

LF62 XFA is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is LF62 XFA safe to buy?

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