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GL08 WYA

2008 Mini Cooper Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

59,168 mi
Last recorded59,168 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper Auto45,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 WYA
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 59,168 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2024 49,824 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2024 49,821 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2022 48,176 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 41,795 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

exhaust box corodded

fuel cap cracking

Pass 16 Jul 2020 40,372 miles

Exhaust corroded rear box

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

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

Fuel cap seal start cracking

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jul 2020 40,372 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Exhaust corroded rear box

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

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

Fuel cap seal start cracking

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 38,351 miles

Exhaust corroded rear box

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 38,350 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Airbag light on (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust corroded rear box

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 36,230 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 34,343 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 34,343 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 33,247 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 30,903 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 30,189 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 30,169 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 26,762 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 24,691 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 22,668 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 22,351 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 22,351 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 22,347 miles

o/s/f fog light not working

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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GL08 WYA is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 45,382 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL08 WYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GL08 WYA registered?

GL08 WYA is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 23 June 2008.

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