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LJ12 LFW

2012 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

50,283 mi
Last recorded50,283 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 LFW
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 50,283 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 42,864 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 36,891 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished and below 1.6mm edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 35,003 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished and below 1.6mm edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2022 35,003 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished and below 1.6mm edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 32,868 miles

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

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

emissions to clean to register for test

Fail 22 Jul 2021 32,866 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords small cuts on side wall/shoulder have opened up and a few have cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

emissions to clean to register for test

Pass 30 Jun 2020 30,321 miles

nearside front tyre below 1.6mm outeredge

offside front tyre 1.6mm outer edge

offside mirror cover missing

rear tyres perished

Pass 8 Jul 2019 28,488 miles

nearside front 1.6mm outer edge

offside front tyre 2mm edges

offside mirror cover missing

rear tyres perished

Pass 23 Jul 2018 26,082 miles

front brakes worn to limit

offside mirror cover missing

rear tyres perished

wipers in poor condition

Fail 23 Jul 2018 26,082 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

front brakes worn to limit

offside mirror cover missing

rear tyres perished

wipers in poor condition

Pass 14 Jun 2017 21,884 miles

front brakes near limit

rear tyres perished

Fail 14 Jun 2017 21,884 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brakes near limit

rear tyres perished

Pass 2 Jun 2016 17,799 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 17,799 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 13 May 2015 14,149 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2015 14,149 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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LJ12 LFW is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LJ12 LFW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ12 LFW registered?

LJ12 LFW is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 23 May 2012.

Is LJ12 LFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ12 LFW shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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