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LJ62 LLO

2012 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

73,514 mi
Last recorded73,514 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ62 LLO
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 73,514 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 68,576 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 68,576 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2023 62,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 55,357 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 49,189 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted obscuring view of some testable items

Pass 14 Sep 2020 40,469 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 37,126 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2019 27,403 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 18,560 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 28,717 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 20,328 miles

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 LLO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 LJ62 LLO, 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 LLO registered?

LJ62 LLO is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 14 November 2012.

Is LJ62 LLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ62 LLO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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