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AJ07 KES

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,181 mi
Last recorded86,181 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ07 KES
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 86,181 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 85,199 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 77,768 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2022 77,761 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 74,653 miles

both rear tyres age cracking

Fail 13 Oct 2021 74,653 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened scored badly (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres age cracking

Pass 12 Oct 2020 71,783 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 70,322 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 68,087 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 65,602 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 59,627 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 59,627 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 46,939 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 44,953 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 38,881 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 32,992 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 32,038 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 26,061 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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AJ07 KES is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 53,357 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ07 KES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ07 KES registered?

AJ07 KES is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 9 April 2008.

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