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LM08 RCV

2008 Mini Cooper Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,103 mi
Last recorded56,103 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2012
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper Auto45,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mini
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 RCV
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2012 56,103 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2011 46,672 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 46,672 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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LM08 RCV is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LM08 RCV, 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 LM08 RCV registered?

LM08 RCV is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is LM08 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM08 RCV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LM08 RCV have outstanding finance?

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