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KR08 RMU

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

66,067 mi
Last recorded66,067 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 RMU
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2024 66,067 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 13 Jul 2023 55,142 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 55,009 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

coolant level below minimum bottle empty has been topped up level has dropped again no cap on resevoir

Pass 9 Jun 2022 45,763 miles

Exhaust Rusty

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 43,685 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear Box (Driveshaft Seal ) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2020 41,966 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 40,199 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 inner edge no cords as yet ,damage to tread area.change a.s.p (5.2.3 (e))

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

advise water leval low

Pass 21 May 2018 37,370 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2017 34,705 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has wear Inner edge

Offside Front has wear Inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre has wear Inner edge

Pass 25 May 2016 32,376 miles

Offside Rear Silencer Outer Casing Corroded

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyres Wearing On Inner Edges & Slight Cracking In Tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2015 30,130 miles

all tyres wearing on edges

Pass 23 May 2014 26,126 miles

Offside and nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edges

Slight oil leak from engine

Pass 24 May 2013 21,949 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 17,990 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 13,580 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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KR08 RMU is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KR08 RMU, 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 KR08 RMU registered?

KR08 RMU is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 20 May 2008.

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