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BW08 XKB

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

93,302 mi
Last recorded93,302 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 XKB
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 93,302 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

oil leak

Fail 11 Nov 2025 93,302 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2024 86,980 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

oil leak

Fail 14 Feb 2024 86,965 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2023 78,629 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2023 78,629 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 65,720 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 57,429 miles

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

rear exhaust box deteriorated.

Pass 24 Jan 2019 55,301 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 55,281 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 52,799 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 50,697 miles

front wiper blades deteriorated but still clearing the screen

Fail 24 Jan 2017 50,697 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

front wiper blades deteriorated but still clearing the screen

Fail 24 Jan 2017 50,697 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

front wiper blades deteriorated but still clearing the screen

Pass 26 Nov 2015 47,107 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 42,182 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 37,449 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 37,449 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 29,266 miles

Offside rear tyre perished

Fail 18 Jun 2012 29,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear tyre perished

Pass 14 Jun 2011 19,325 miles

Both rear tyres becoming perished

Windscreen has significant damage to the nearside outside of the swept area

Fail 14 Jun 2011 19,325 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Both rear tyres becoming perished

Windscreen has significant damage to the nearside outside of the swept area

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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BW08 XKB is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BW08 XKB, 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 BW08 XKB registered?

BW08 XKB is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 13 June 2008.

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