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LF12 XKU

2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,482 mi
Last recorded75,482 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto37,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF12 XKU
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 75,482 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 75,464 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2024 50,856 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 36,634 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 18,599 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 18,599 miles

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

front brake disc's lipped & worn.

nearside front driveshaft boot small damage & leaking.

note: engine sump area oily.

Pass 13 May 2021 14,224 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt seat belt fed through child seat fitted to nearside rear seat. a child would not be securely restrained if the child seat is used in its presented configuration ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

both offside & nearside windscreen washers are partially blocked

Fail 13 May 2021 14,224 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt seat belt fed through child seat fitted to nearside rear seat. a child would not be securely restrained if the child seat is used in its presented configuration ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure P.R.S powered electrically operated door mirrors in & out. no further fault found (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

both offside & nearside windscreen washers are partially blocked

Pass 27 Sep 2019 12,461 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))

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

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 24 Oct 2018 10,609 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 8,750 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 7,320 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 5,328 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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LF12 XKU is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LF12 XKU, 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 LF12 XKU registered?

LF12 XKU is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto, first registered on 2 March 2012.

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