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LF12 AUL

2012 Mini Mini (R59)

Green Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,522 mi
Last recorded70,522 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Mini (R59)49,565 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF12 AUL
MakeMini
ModelMini (R59)
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2026 70,522 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 20 Jan 2025 68,147 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2024 64,731 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2023 61,460 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2022 58,087 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 55,052 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 47,672 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 43,100 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing inside edge

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2017 37,962 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 32,258 miles

Lower covers fitted

Upper covers fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2015 25,911 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R59)?

Based on 3,691 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
4,563
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14
Registration plate lamp not working 14
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LF12 AUL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59) in Green with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Mini (R59) models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 49,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R59) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF12 AUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R59) typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Mini (R59) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF12 AUL registered?

LF12 AUL is a 2012 Mini Mini (R59), first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is LF12 AUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF12 AUL shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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