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W321 LJC

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,381 mi
Last recorded22,381 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW321 LJC
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 22,381 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 17,931 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 13,935 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 11,678 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2021 10,249 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2020 8,750 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 6,777 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 6,204 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 5,241 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 4,333 miles

unable to fully check rear seat belts

Pass 7 Sep 2015 3,436 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 3,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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W321 LJC is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W321 LJC, 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.

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What year was W321 LJC registered?

W321 LJC is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is W321 LJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W321 LJC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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