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MINI Countryman Cooper D

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,600 cc

LB12 XJEMOT history

LB12 XJE is a white diesel MINI Countryman Cooper D first used on 1 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 163,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
163,180 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 XJE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Countryman Cooper D
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 XJE was last recorded at 163,180 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 11,439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Nov 2015: 37,585 miles, lower than 53,549 miles on 13 Jul 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
151,741 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,439 miles
Average per year
11,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,180 miles
  • 2025 – 151,741 miles
  • 2024 – 140,069 miles
  • 2023 – 126,256 miles
  • 2022 – 123,299 miles
  • 2021 – 116,804 miles
  • 2020 – 107,250 miles
  • 2018 – 93,210 miles
  • 2017 – 73,273 miles
  • 2016 – 55,442 miles
  • 2015 – 37,585 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,180 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,180 miles (+11,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    163,180 miles
    Test number
    862811496548
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass151,741 miles (+13)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    151,741 miles
    Test number
    224249817436
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail151,728 miles (+11,659)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,728 miles
    Test number
    481062338814
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass140,069 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    140,069 miles
    Test number
    234361400041
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  5. Fail140,044 miles (+13,788)2 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,044 miles
    Test number
    489031392115
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Pass126,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    126,256 miles
    Test number
    417981208293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail126,256 miles (+2,957)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,256 miles
    Test number
    795128498753
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass123,299 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    123,299 miles
    Test number
    223600380091
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail123,299 miles (+6,495)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,299 miles
    Test number
    643821732460
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass116,804 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    116,804 miles
    Test number
    284446024167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail116,804 miles (+9,554)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,804 miles
    Test number
    474118859542
    • DangerousOffside Rear Other passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Body component insecure Bonnet doesn’t lock (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass107,250 miles (+14,040)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,250 miles
    Test number
    893992120678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass93,210 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    93,210 miles
    Test number
    516144982725
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Fail93,210 miles (+19,937)2 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,210 miles
    Test number
    548349252141
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass73,273 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    73,273 miles
    Test number
    415591820568
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail73,273 miles (+17,831)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,273 miles
    Test number
    847865162801
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass55,442 miles (+17,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    55,442 miles
    Test number
    556730457655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass37,585 miles (-15,964)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    37,585 miles
    Test number
    283314220045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,549 miles (+17,203)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,549 miles
    Test number
    538454995101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass36,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,346 miles
    Test number
    288291795180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 XJE

Does LB12 XJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 XJE is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 XJE?
The MOT on LB12 XJE is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 XJE done?
LB12 XJE was recorded at 163,180 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 11,839 miles a year.
Has LB12 XJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 XJE has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 XJE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Nov 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB12 XJE find?
LB12 XJE passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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