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LX12 OOA

2012 Mini First

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

106,014 mi
Last recorded106,014 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini First51,288 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX12 OOA
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 106,014 miles

Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 97,904 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 22 Jul 2023 91,022 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Jul 2022 84,385 miles

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

Tyre obviously under inflated light on (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 76,704 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 70,018 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 59,769 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2019 59,768 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 48,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 36,600 miles

front brake discs heavily worn

front brake pads worn

Fail 14 Nov 2016 36,597 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs heavily worn

front brake pads worn

front tyres worn edges

rear brake discs worn

Pass 29 Oct 2015 20,441 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 18,593 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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LX12 OOA is a 2012 Mini First in Black 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 LX12 OOA, 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 LX12 OOA registered?

LX12 OOA is a 2012 Mini First, first registered on 28 April 2012.

Is LX12 OOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX12 OOA 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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