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LJ62 EVY

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,678 mi
Last recorded70,678 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ62 EVY
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 70,678 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 64,741 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2025 64,741 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2024 60,261 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 59,742 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 53,600 miles

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

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring various items

Pass 26 Oct 2016 51,643 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 48,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

child seat

engine bay trays

under trays

Fail 29 Sep 2015 48,519 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

child seat

engine bay trays

under trays

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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LJ62 EVY is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LJ62 EVY, 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 LJ62 EVY registered?

LJ62 EVY is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 3 October 2012.

Is LJ62 EVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ62 EVY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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