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LA08 JRX

2008 Mini Cooper Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,966 mi
Last recorded21,966 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper Auto45,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA08 JRX
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 21,966 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2025 21,683 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 31 May 2024 21,401 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2023 21,049 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 20,112 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 18,940 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 17,583 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 15,563 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 15,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 14,026 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 14,020 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 12,286 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 11,350 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 9,124 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 7,953 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 6,447 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 4,571 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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LA08 JRX is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 45,382 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA08 JRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA08 JRX registered?

LA08 JRX is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is LA08 JRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA08 JRX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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