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LT08 DBZ

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

120,569 mi
Last recorded120,569 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT08 DBZ
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 120,569 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all underbody has general corrosion

Fail 17 Jun 2026 120,569 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all underbody has general corrosion

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 118,920 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 118,249 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 116,962 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 113,132 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 Mar 2020 108,810 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2019 103,649 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 95,998 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 91,402 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 86,116 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 79,956 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 70,396 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 54,397 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 42,629 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front bottom arm bushes starting to crack

Pass 2 Jun 2011 28,636 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 12,770 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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LT08 DBZ is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LT08 DBZ, 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 LT08 DBZ registered?

LT08 DBZ is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 31 March 2008.

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