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LP12 SKD

2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

127,079 mi
Last recorded127,079 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition46,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 SKD
MakeMini
ModelCooper London 2012 Edition
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 127,079 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2026 127,078 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel fractured marked in yellow (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2025 118,927 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2025 118,926 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 107,551 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 94,794 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 94,723 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 80,004 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 69,125 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 59,901 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 46,703 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 34,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 24,221 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2016 17,109 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 17,016 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 15,175 miles

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How Reliable is the Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition?

Based on 2,006 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

83.2%
Pass Rate
4,728
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 7
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LP12 SKD is a 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 46,348 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 London 2012 Edition fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LP12 SKD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LP12 SKD?

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What year was LP12 SKD registered?

LP12 SKD is a 2012 Mini Cooper London 2012 Edition, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is LP12 SKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP12 SKD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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