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LY58 PNK

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

107,000 mi
Last recorded107,000 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY58 PNK
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 107,000 miles

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

Fail 16 Feb 2026 106,999 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect HEADLAMPS FADED. (4.1.2 (c))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective RUBBER SEAL SPLIT. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front BRAKE PAD SENSOR TORN.

Pass 5 Feb 2025 100,945 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 94,828 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 85,963 miles

Nearside Front Lower GEAR BOX SEAL IS LEAKING

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 3 Mar 2023 85,942 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower GEAR BOX SEAL IS LEAKING

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Mar 2022 78,445 miles

OIL WAS NOT SHOWING ON DIP STICK

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Mar 2021 72,403 miles

HAD TO TOP UP OIL

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Mar 2020 67,468 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 59,725 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 May 2019 59,725 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2018 52,274 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 46,984 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)

Pass 16 May 2016 70,669 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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LY58 PNK is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LY58 PNK, 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 LY58 PNK registered?

LY58 PNK is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 23 September 2008.

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