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LT12 PFA

2012 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

85,389 mi
Last recorded85,389 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT12 PFA
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 85,389 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2024 85,191 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 75,007 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 74,726 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 66,462 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 59,489 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 55,069 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 32,783 miles

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

OSR tyre has a nail

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 28,234 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pad(s) wearing thin

tyre pressure warning lamp on

Fail 26 Feb 2015 28,234 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake pad(s) wearing thin

tyre pressure warning lamp on

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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LT12 PFA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LT12 PFA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LT12 PFA registered?

LT12 PFA is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is LT12 PFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT12 PFA shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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