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AE08 RZU

2008 Mini Cooper Auto

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

97,086 mi
Last recorded97,086 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper Auto45,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 RZU
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 97,086 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 95,327 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 93,149 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 90,924 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 89,658 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 88,576 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 85,288 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 83,588 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 80,601 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 78,881 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 69,749 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2015 69,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 60,451 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2013 51,802 miles

nearside front tyre worn very low inner and outer edge

offside front tyre worn low inner and outer edge

Pass 26 May 2012 42,729 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 33,134 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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AE08 RZU is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 45,382 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 AE08 RZU, 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 18 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 RZU registered?

AE08 RZU is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is AE08 RZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 RZU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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