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LL62 VNX

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,237 mi
Last recorded49,237 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL62 VNX
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 49,237 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2025 46,832 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 44,787 miles
Fail 10 May 2024 44,787 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2023 42,490 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 42,489 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2022 39,291 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Nov 2021 37,563 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 34,838 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 34,832 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Defect also consists of low thread depth and nail. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Defect also consists of low thread depth. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 31,971 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2019 31,971 miles

Nearside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 27,533 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 23,231 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 19,331 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 14,191 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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LL62 VNX is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto 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 Cooper S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 34,809 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 S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LL62 VNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper S Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper S Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LL62 VNX?

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What year was LL62 VNX registered?

LL62 VNX is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is LL62 VNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL62 VNX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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