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MINI Countryman Cooper SD ALL4

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LT12 VTUMOT history

LT12 VTU is a black diesel MINI Countryman Cooper SD ALL4 first used on 9 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 119,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

LT12 VTU black MINI Countryman – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
119,694 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,925 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 VTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MINI
Model
Countryman Cooper SD ALL4
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
9 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 VTU was last recorded at 119,694 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 1,885 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,809 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,885 miles
Average per year
5,925 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,694 miles
  • 2025 – 117,809 miles
  • 2024 – 116,227 miles
  • 2023 – 113,565 miles
  • 2022 – 109,748 miles
  • 2021 – 102,619 miles
  • 2020 – 96,212 miles
  • 2019 – 85,684 miles
  • 2018 – 69,191 miles
  • 2017 – 62,167 miles
  • 2016 – 59,244 miles
  • 2015 – 53,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,694 miles
  • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 17 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,694 miles (+1,885)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    119,694 miles
    Test number
    750385847618
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass117,809 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,809 miles
    Test number
    117366809195
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Fail117,807 miles (+1,580)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,807 miles
    Test number
    652044125599
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to tyre condition (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass116,227 miles (+2,662)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,227 miles
    Test number
    667973041331
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
  5. Pass113,565 miles (+3,817)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,565 miles
    Test number
    509789780935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass109,748 miles (+7,129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,748 miles
    Test number
    658559642318
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear wear rear link arm ball joints worn
  7. Pass102,619 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,619 miles
    Test number
    120044880537
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register
  8. Fail102,601 miles (+6,389)2 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,601 miles
    Test number
    281745834985
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to register
  9. Pass96,212 miles (+10,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,212 miles
    Test number
    999700995531
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass85,684 miles (+16,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    85,684 miles
    Test number
    968578739978
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass69,191 miles (+7,024)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    69,191 miles
    Test number
    221567466175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,167 miles (+2,923)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,167 miles
    Test number
    655551627015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,244 miles (+5,295)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,244 miles
    Test number
    587643471311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,949 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,949 miles
    Test number
    609128245045
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LT12 VTU

Does LT12 VTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 VTU is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 VTU?
The MOT on LT12 VTU is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 VTU done?
LT12 VTU was recorded at 119,694 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 5,925 miles a year.
Has LT12 VTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 VTU has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LT12 VTU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LT12 VTU find?
LT12 VTU passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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