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LT12 VXA

2012 Mini First

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,047 mi
Last recorded85,047 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT12 VXA
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 85,047 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

TPMS light on dash.

Fail 19 Sep 2025 85,044 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

TPMS light on dash.

Pass 17 Sep 2024 83,466 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 81,365 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 76,936 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 76,933 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 66,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Aug 2021 66,752 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 58,662 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 55,069 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 48,777 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 44,848 miles

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

offside wiper split but still clears the screen

Pass 15 Sep 2016 37,318 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 28,006 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 26,679 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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LT12 VXA is a 2012 Mini First in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 LT12 VXA, 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

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What year was LT12 VXA registered?

LT12 VXA is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 17 March 2012.

Is LT12 VXA safe to buy?

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