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RO12 LCW

2012 Mini One D

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,197 mi
Last recorded121,197 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mini One D66,702 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO12 LCW
MakeMini
ModelOne D
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 121,197 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

engine oil leaks

nearside headlamp lense deteriorating

Pass 14 Jan 2025 116,971 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 108,319 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2023 97,459 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 97,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 89,740 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 81,617 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 80,812 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 116,498 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 62,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 53,420 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 49,887 miles

under tray fitted obscure some component

Fail 21 Mar 2016 49,887 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

o/s/f tyre nail

under tray fitted obscure some component

Pass 26 Feb 2015 33,438 miles

How Reliable is the Mini One D?

Based on 16,090 MOT tests across 1,719 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
6,300
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
1,719
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 118
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 90
Registration plate lamp not working 58
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RO12 LCW is a 2012 Mini One D in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini One D models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 66,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini One D fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 118 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO12 LCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini One D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Mini One D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RO12 LCW registered?

RO12 LCW is a 2012 Mini One D, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is RO12 LCW safe to buy?

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