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LV62 WXJ

2012 Mini Cooper D

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

110,132 mi
Last recorded110,132 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper D64,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV62 WXJ
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 110,132 miles

Central Rear Lower Central Rear Exhaust Pipe Partially Damaged

Central Rear Lower Exhaust Heat Sheild Loose

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Nail In Centre of the Tread Width ()

Offside Rear Tyre Carcass Slightly Out of Shape

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 110,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut To Cords On Outer Shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Movement Found In Rear Anti Roll Bar Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Lower Central Rear Exhaust Pipe Partially Damaged

Central Rear Lower Exhaust Heat Sheild Loose

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Nail In Centre of the Tread Width ()

Offside Rear Tyre Carcass Slightly Out of Shape

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

TPMS Warning Illuminated On Dash Display

Pass 20 Jan 2025 104,398 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 98,877 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded near to bushes. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2024 98,877 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded near to bushes. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 90,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2022 81,631 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 70,645 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords has a cut in the treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Seat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2021 70,645 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed has cuts on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords has a cut in the treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Seat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2020 61,368 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2020 61,368 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2018 49,463 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 42,511 miles

chips in the front sceen

Pass 23 Nov 2016 35,000 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 25,055 miles

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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LV62 WXJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LV62 WXJ, 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 LV62 WXJ registered?

LV62 WXJ is a 2012 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 8 December 2012.

Is LV62 WXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV62 WXJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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