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LH12 AAE

2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

59,552 mi
Last recorded59,552 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto37,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH12 AAE
MakeMini
ModelCountryman Cooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 59,552 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 56,492 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2025 56,416 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 54,166 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 51,414 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 48,141 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 40,854 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 30,559 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 27,364 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 25,261 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 25,261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2016 20,161 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 15,070 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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LH12 AAE 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 84.6%.

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 LH12 AAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LH12 AAE registered?

LH12 AAE is a 2012 Mini Countryman Cooper Auto, first registered on 21 June 2012.

Is LH12 AAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH12 AAE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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