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AY58 WZS

2008 Mini Mini (R58)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

89,113 mi
Last recorded89,113 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R58)55,165 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY58 WZS
MakeMini
ModelMini (R58)
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 89,113 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 86,735 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 79,935 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 73,605 miles

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

Fail 5 Jan 2023 73,560 miles

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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

coolant level low in the expansion bottle

Pass 6 Jan 2022 72,535 miles

Front bonnet release mechanism very stiff/ cables also slightly stretched

Front inner tie rods incorrectly fitted, may require additional safety/rectification inspection

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

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

Rear Registration plate slightly obstructed by camera

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 72,535 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front bonnet release mechanism very stiff/ cables also slightly stretched

Front inner tie rods incorrectly fitted, may require additional safety/rectification inspection

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

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

Rear Registration plate slightly obstructed by camera

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 72,218 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2020 72,216 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play inner and outer tie rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt installation has cut and/or reworked original webbing (10.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 70,682 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

SUSPENSION CORRODED

Fail 8 Jun 2019

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

SUSPENSION CORRODED

Pass 9 Jun 2018 69,265 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 67,517 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 67,517 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 63,200 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 55,023 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 46,237 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 37,918 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 25,606 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 25,605 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R58)?

Based on 32,231 MOT tests across 2,295 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,576
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
2,295
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 189
Registration plate lamp not working 127
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AY58 WZS is a 2008 Mini Mini (R58) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Mini Mini (R58) models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 55,165 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R58) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 216 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY58 WZS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R58) typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Mini (R58) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY58 WZS registered?

AY58 WZS is a 2008 Mini Mini (R58), first registered on 19 September 2008.

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