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AN08 PTU

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

Purple Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

72,196 mi
Last recorded72,196 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 PTU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2024 72,196 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases gasket (6.1.2 (a))

Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45X17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 65,541 miles

Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 57,505 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 53,175 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 47,196 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45r17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 43,000 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 40,213 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 35,540 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 34,845 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 33,954 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 30,586 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 22,553 miles

both rear tyres are stepping on inner

Pass 9 Jul 2012 17,453 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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AN08 PTU is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in Purple with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AN08 PTU, 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 AN08 PTU registered?

AN08 PTU is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is AN08 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 PTU shows 13 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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