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LN62 SZL

2012 Mini First

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,299 mi
Last recorded83,299 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN62 SZL
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 83,299 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 77,682 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2021 74,324 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 69,484 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 66,788 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 58,163 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2017 58,163 miles

Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 46,573 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 46,573 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 32,409 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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LN62 SZL is a 2012 Mini First in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 LN62 SZL, 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

How do I check the history of LN62 SZL?

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What year was LN62 SZL registered?

LN62 SZL is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is LN62 SZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN62 SZL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LN62 SZL have outstanding finance?

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