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SL12 LOF

2012 Mini Cooper D

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

104,394 mi
Last recorded104,394 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL12 LOF
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 104,394 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 92,947 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 87,530 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 80,554 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2022 73,282 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 69,046 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 64,843 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 59,272 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2018 50,865 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 50,865 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 49,706 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 Mar 2017 42,946 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front windscreen has large scratches but not restricting view

Pass 21 Mar 2016 34,181 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 25,069 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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SL12 LOF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SL12 LOF, 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.

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What year was SL12 LOF registered?

SL12 LOF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is SL12 LOF safe to buy?

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