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LM62 DFY

2012 Mini First

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

70,274 mi
Last recorded70,274 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM62 DFY
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 70,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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))

Upper stop light dim

Pass 11 Sep 2024 65,507 miles

brake warning lamp illuminated

Fail 10 Sep 2024 65,506 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

brake warning lamp illuminated

Pass 13 Sep 2023 61,098 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 58,040 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2022 58,040 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 54,015 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2020 43,607 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced centre (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 35,307 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 28,711 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 23,417 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 17,404 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 11,083 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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LM62 DFY is a 2012 Mini First in Blue 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 First models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 51,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LM62 DFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM62 DFY registered?

LM62 DFY is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is LM62 DFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM62 DFY 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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