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GL57 XPS

2008 Mini Cooper D

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,701 mi
Last recorded93,701 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper D89,516 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 XPS
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 93,701 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2025 93,351 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front fog not working

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear socks corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2024 93,075 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2024 93,075 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 92,234 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2023 92,234 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 91,721 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear shocks corroded

brake pipes covered not allowing full inspection

Pass 20 May 2021 90,564 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 89,677 miles

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

general corrosion to underside

Pass 20 Jun 2018 88,558 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 85,663 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 83,240 miles

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

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2015 80,633 miles

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 20 Jun 2014 76,590 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 71,493 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs worn

Pass 11 Jun 2012 56,006 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 55,763 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 38,600 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/f tyre is cracking

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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GL57 XPS is a 2008 Mini Cooper D in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GL57 XPS, 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 GL57 XPS registered?

GL57 XPS is a 2008 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is GL57 XPS safe to buy?

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