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G8 LYS

2008 Mini Cooper Sd

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

87,072 mi
Last recorded87,072 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 LYS
MakeMini
ModelCooper Sd
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 87,072 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 82,683 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear subframes corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 72,681 miles

Coolant leak possibly from thermostat housing

Pass 14 Sep 2022 67,991 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 64,485 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 61,305 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 57,180 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 57,180 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 52,278 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 48,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4000 miles approx (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2016 45,869 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 36,270 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 36,270 miles

Centre Stop lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.2.1a)

coolant level below minimum

Pass 1 Sep 2014 32,567 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 29,961 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 25,819 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 21,051 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Sd?

Based on 33,382 MOT tests across 2,725 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
2,725
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Registration plate lamp not working 115
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G8 LYS is a 2008 Mini Cooper Sd in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Sd fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G8 LYS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Sd typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Cooper Sd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G8 LYS registered?

G8 LYS is a 2008 Mini Cooper Sd, first registered on 17 September 2008.

Is G8 LYS safe to buy?

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