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HN08 GHV

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,233 mi
Last recorded91,233 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN08 GHV
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 91,233 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2026 91,233 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 89,041 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 88,360 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 81,443 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 81,441 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 73,918 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 70,482 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Boxes Leaks & Corrosion. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 67,649 miles

coolant low

Pass 11 Mar 2019 61,510 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 59,983 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approaching wearbars (4.1.E.1)

both wiper blades split

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Mar 2017 56,262 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both wiper blades split

offside rear exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2016 50,933 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 44,645 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 36,368 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 27,706 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 23,450 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 16,278 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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HN08 GHV is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HN08 GHV, 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.

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What year was HN08 GHV registered?

HN08 GHV is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 10 April 2008.

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