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H17 BBD

2008 Mini Cooper D

Blue Gas bi-fuel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,586 mi
Last recorded153,586 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper D89,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 BBD
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Feb 2026 153,586 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 144,065 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2022 130,300 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 116,151 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 110,113 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 107,905 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 103,412 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2017 103,192 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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H17 BBD is a 2008 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,560cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H17 BBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H17 BBD registered?

H17 BBD is a 2008 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is H17 BBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H17 BBD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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