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FV08 ZRN

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

76,248 mi
Last recorded76,248 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 ZRN
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 76,248 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 72,596 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 72,596 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components strut top sticking (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components strut top sticking (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2023 69,076 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 61,205 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 53,182 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to the limit 205/45 R17 88V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45 R17 88V (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 53,182 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close to the limit 205/45 R17 88V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45 R17 88V (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 45,730 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2019 42,623 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 35,307 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 27,804 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 20,102 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 17,708 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 14,762 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 11,889 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 9,014 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 4,470 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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FV08 ZRN is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FV08 ZRN, 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 FV08 ZRN registered?

FV08 ZRN is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 18 June 2008.

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The MOT history for FV08 ZRN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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