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LF62 XFS

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

28,832 mi
Last recorded28,832 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF62 XFS
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 28,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 28,831 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 26,955 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 25,758 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 24,233 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 23,352 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2020 22,555 miles

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

Service light on

Tyre worn on edge +Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides front 205/45/17 run flat

Pass 13 Sep 2019 21,724 miles

Both side front Tyre worn on edge

Pass 17 Sep 2018 20,818 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2016 18,396 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 16,154 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 XFS is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 XFS, 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.

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What year was LF62 XFS registered?

LF62 XFS is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is LF62 XFS safe to buy?

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