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LJ61 BEE

2012 Mini Cooper D

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,081 mi
Last recorded101,081 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ61 BEE
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 101,081 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 83,127 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 68,236 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2024 68,236 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 56,896 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 48,417 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 41,586 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 37,349 miles

Rear tyres slightly deformed on inner edges

Fail 29 Jan 2020 37,346 miles

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

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

Rear tyres slightly deformed on inner edges

Pass 12 Feb 2019 27,638 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 24,780 miles

under body and engine plastic tray fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 8 May 2017 20,112 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 15,326 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 14,737 miles

Engine Covers and Undertray Covers Fitted

Unable To Carry Out Inspection On Rear Seat Belts

Pass 26 Jan 2015 8,663 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre is low on outer edge

Pass 21 Oct 2014 7,020 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LJ61 BEE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LJ61 BEE, 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 LJ61 BEE registered?

LJ61 BEE is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 25 January 2012.

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