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LIG 4981

2008 Mini Cooper D Clubman

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

221,043 mi
Last recorded221,043 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper D Clubman80,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIG 4981
MakeMini
ModelCooper D Clubman
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2025 221,043 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2025
Pass 22 Aug 2023 214,450 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 196,696 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 180,860 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 144,138 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 144,137 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 135,640 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D Clubman?

Based on 1,077 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
5,957
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 14
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
position lamp(s) not working 5
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LIG 4981 is a 2008 Mini Cooper D Clubman in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Mini Cooper D Clubman models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 80,231 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 Clubman fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LIG 4981, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LIG 4981?

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What year was LIG 4981 registered?

LIG 4981 is a 2008 Mini Cooper D Clubman, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is LIG 4981 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIG 4981 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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