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LV12 DSX

2012 Mini Cooper Sd

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,052 mi
Last recorded73,052 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Sd62,131 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 DSX
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2026 73,052 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

offside front side light / fog light assembly has water inside

Pass 10 Sep 2025 67,726 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 65,600 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2024 65,600 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) not working middle (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2023 61,438 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 61,438 miles

Front Position lamp not working both side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 57,512 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 53,757 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 50,587 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 45,546 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 38,081 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 30,587 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 23,168 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 22,250 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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LV12 DSX is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Sd models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 62,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV12 DSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Sd typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Sd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV12 DSX registered?

LV12 DSX is a 2012 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is LV12 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV12 DSX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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