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ESZ 1193

2008 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

134,830 mi
Last recorded134,830 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper D89,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESZ 1193
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 134,830 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 134,676 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 128,252 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 118,774 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 111,681 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2018 111,638 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 104,429 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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ESZ 1193 is a 2008 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 89,516 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 Cooper D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESZ 1193, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ESZ 1193?

You can check the full history of ESZ 1193 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ESZ 1193 registered?

ESZ 1193 is a 2008 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is ESZ 1193 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESZ 1193 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESZ 1193 have outstanding finance?

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