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HK08 WVY

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,468 mi
Last recorded49,468 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 WVY
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 49,468 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 48,150 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2025 48,150 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 43,907 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 43,907 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 43,286 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer outer casing corroded/ deteriorated

Pass 10 Aug 2022 41,920 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 41,920 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 40,698 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 38,024 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 34,464 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 31,993 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 29,683 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

both rear and n/s/f tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 22 Jun 2016 27,744 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 22 Jun 2016 27,744 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 24,556 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 21,102 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 16,286 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 12,262 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 7,712 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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HK08 WVY is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HK08 WVY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK08 WVY registered?

HK08 WVY is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 12 July 2008.

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