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YK12 LNC

2012 Mini Countryman Cooper D

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

198,255 mi
Last recorded198,255 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper D69,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 LNC
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper D
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 198,255 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 188,696 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2025 188,696 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 177,731 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))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 166,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges becoming worn 3mm overall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges becoming worn 3mm overall (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 155,188 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 146,618 miles

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

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 8 Feb 2020 138,779 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 119,788 miles

Offside Front osf wiper split and slightly smearing

chip in centre of screen

phone cradle obstructing view slightly unable to remove

Pass 16 Feb 2018 96,096 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 72,380 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 54,106 miles

Nearside NSR seat belt not inspected due to child seat fitted

Fail 5 Mar 2016 54,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside NSR seat belt not inspected due to child seat fitted

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 32,125 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman Cooper D?

Based on 13,433 MOT tests across 1,217 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
6,658
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
1,217
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 45
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YK12 LNC is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper D in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 69,724 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Countryman Cooper D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 107 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK12 LNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Countryman Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Countryman Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YK12 LNC registered?

YK12 LNC is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper D, first registered on 7 March 2012.

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