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LJ54 COX

2012 Mini Mini (R60)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,979 mi
Last recorded83,979 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R60)57,372 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ54 COX
MakeMini
ModelMini (R60)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 83,979 miles

crack in windscreen not in drivers view of road

Fail 2 Jun 2026 83,962 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative broken (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

crack in windscreen not in drivers view of road

Pass 31 May 2025 78,190 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 70,857 miles

Offside Inner Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal on gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 62,260 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 57,115 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 52,755 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 47,826 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 47,826 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 43,116 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 38,524 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 32,163 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 25,027 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 25,026 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Headlight (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 16,237 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 16,237 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R60)?

Based on 195,464 MOT tests across 14,155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
5,727
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
14,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 930
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 884
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 569
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 538
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LJ54 COX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R60) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 57,372 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 Mini (R60) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 930 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ54 COX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R60) typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R60) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ54 COX registered?

LJ54 COX is a 2012 Mini Mini (R60), first registered on 26 May 2012.

Is LJ54 COX safe to buy?

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