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LJ12 SZX

2012 Mini Countryman One

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

134,335 mi
Last recorded134,335 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman One54,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 SZX
MakeMini
ModelCountryman One
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 134,335 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 125,196 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 109,260 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Fail 15 Jun 2023 109,258 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 93,870 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 79,900 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2021 79,900 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 59,965 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 47,795 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 33,684 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 32,318 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 26,725 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 20,515 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 15,800 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman One?

Based on 7,176 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
5,614
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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LJ12 SZX is a 2012 Mini Countryman One in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman One models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 54,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Countryman One fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ12 SZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LJ12 SZX registered?

LJ12 SZX is a 2012 Mini Countryman One, first registered on 2 April 2012.

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