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LR12 CNE

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

51,321 mi
Last recorded51,321 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 CNE
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 51,321 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 48,899 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 45,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 42,326 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 39,890 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 37,609 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2021 37,609 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 36,619 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 33,616 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 33,590 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 30,655 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Mar 2017 28,693 miles

both rear tyres cracking due to age

exhaust flex joint slightly deteriorated

front brake discs lipped

Pass 23 Jan 2017 27,087 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 21,218 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 19,824 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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LR12 CNE is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LR12 CNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LR12 CNE registered?

LR12 CNE is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is LR12 CNE safe to buy?

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