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LX62 XUP

2012 Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

77,738 mi
Last recorded77,738 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto34,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX62 XUP
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 77,738 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 72,919 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 68,076 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 68,075 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 64,001 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 55,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction stickers (3.1 (a) (i))

both rear tyres are worn on and have uneven wear on inner treads

Pass 15 Oct 2020 43,629 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 43,629 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Oct 2019 35,834 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 26,574 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Oct 2018 26,574 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 16,460 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 12,598 miles

Offside Rear tyre has a nail in its tread

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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LX62 XUP is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LX62 XUP, 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

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What year was LX62 XUP registered?

LX62 XUP is a 2012 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is LX62 XUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX62 XUP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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