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LO12 AAF

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,038 mi
Last recorded87,038 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 AAF
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 87,038 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Feb 2026 87,038 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 79,501 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Feb 2024 72,663 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 66,155 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 62,770 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 62,770 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 60,145 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 47,899 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 46,017 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 42,065 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 38,119 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 32,445 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 32,440 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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LO12 AAF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 64,248 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 Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO12 AAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LO12 AAF registered?

LO12 AAF is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 3 August 2012.

Is LO12 AAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 AAF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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