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LN62 TAV

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

34,359 mi
Last recorded34,359 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN62 TAV
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 34,359 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 31,119 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 28,519 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 26,832 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 20,337 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 20,337 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 11,703 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 27 Aug 2019 11,703 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Aug 2018 4,546 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 4,546 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2015 4,066 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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LN62 TAV is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LN62 TAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LN62 TAV?

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What year was LN62 TAV registered?

LN62 TAV is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is LN62 TAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN62 TAV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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