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LT12 VXG

2012 Mini First

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

73,131 mi
Last recorded73,131 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT12 VXG
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 73,131 miles

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft oil seal slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2024 62,828 miles

Front Exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated

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

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2024 62,786 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 52,723 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 42,623 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 42,623 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2021 37,695 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 35,785 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 31,972 miles

Offside Rear light lens missing

Pass 23 Feb 2018 27,147 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 21,685 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 16,535 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 12,430 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 VXG is a 2012 Mini First in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VXG, 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 VXG registered?

LT12 VXG is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is LT12 VXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT12 VXG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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