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ET57 LDL

2008 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

158,499 mi
Last recorded158,499 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper D89,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 LDL
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 158,499 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2024 152,798 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 151,648 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 150,368 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 146,331 miles
Fail 1 May 2021 146,086 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 161,100 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 155,985 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 148,099 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 148,099 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 May 2016 136,591 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 136,591 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2015 127,213 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 30 May 2014 115,915 miles

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

nearside rear lense cluster condensated

offside rear upper sidelight inop

Pass 24 May 2013 106,757 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 99,126 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 87,870 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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ET57 LDL is a 2008 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ET57 LDL, 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.

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What year was ET57 LDL registered?

ET57 LDL is a 2008 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is ET57 LDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 LDL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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