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LC12 VTA

2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,116 mi
Last recorded74,116 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto37,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 VTA
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2026 74,116 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 71,482 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2024 66,132 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 60,644 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 54,061 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 47,586 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 46,665 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 43,092 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 37,499 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 29,729 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 19 Dec 2016 18,802 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 11,725 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 9,794 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Countryman Cooper Auto?

Based on 2,209 MOT tests across 211 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
4,301
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 7
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 7
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LC12 VTA is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 37,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Countryman Cooper Auto fails its MOT is tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LC12 VTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LC12 VTA registered?

LC12 VTA is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto, first registered on 8 June 2012.

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