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TC02 LYC

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,963 mi
Last recorded68,963 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTC02 LYC
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2025 68,963 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 68,479 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 67,421 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 66,170 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 64,687 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 64,250 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 58,700 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 49,468 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 38,790 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 25,648 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 10,675 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 9,890 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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TC02 LYC is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TC02 LYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TC02 LYC registered?

TC02 LYC is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 5 December 2012.

Is TC02 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for TC02 LYC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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