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LV12 VRM

2012 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

55,761 mi
Last recorded55,761 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV12 VRM
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 55,761 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2026 55,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2025 45,390 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Undertray fitted at time of test

Fail 5 Apr 2025 45,390 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Undertray fitted at time of test

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 36,209 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 31,564 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2023 31,564 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 27,414 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 23,107 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 23,064 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2020 18,649 miles
Fail 2 May 2020 18,649 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 16,492 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 16,492 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 13,940 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 12,698 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 10,958 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 10,958 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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LV12 VRM is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 LV12 VRM, 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.

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What year was LV12 VRM registered?

LV12 VRM is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 19 May 2012.

Is LV12 VRM safe to buy?

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