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MF58 BHP

2008 Mini Cooper Auto

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

129,492 mi
Last recorded129,492 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper Auto45,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF58 BHP
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 129,492 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 124,495 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 119,994 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 119,936 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 114,272 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2023 114,272 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 108,117 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2021 103,961 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2021 103,961 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 99,611 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 99,611 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 91,601 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 86,675 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 86,670 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 80,800 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 75,552 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 66,657 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 55,029 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 41,748 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 28,777 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 20,339 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s brake pads low

n/s rear brake binding

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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MF58 BHP is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 MF58 BHP, 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.

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What year was MF58 BHP registered?

MF58 BHP is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is MF58 BHP safe to buy?

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