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LG62 FNO

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

108,320 mi
Last recorded108,320 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 FNO
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 108,320 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2026 108,320 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 100,873 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 90,196 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 80,056 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 65,652 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 63,773 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 62,453 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2020 62,453 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 60,186 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 48,311 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 35,052 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 2 Mar 2017 35,052 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2016 23,733 miles

Offside Front tyre nail

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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LG62 FNO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 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 D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG62 FNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LG62 FNO registered?

LG62 FNO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is LG62 FNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 FNO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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