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OW08 BZC

2008 Mini Cooper S Auto

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,948 mi
Last recorded53,948 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2012
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper S Auto41,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 BZC
MakeMini
ModelCooper S Auto
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2012 53,948 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 36,813 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake discs coroded on inside

Fail 11 Aug 2011 36,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake discs coroded on inside

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S Auto?

Based on 10,031 MOT tests across 928 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,685
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 38
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 34
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 31
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OW08 BZC is a 2008 Mini Cooper S Auto in Grey 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 S Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 41,652 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 S Auto fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OW08 BZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OW08 BZC?

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What year was OW08 BZC registered?

OW08 BZC is a 2008 Mini Cooper S Auto, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is OW08 BZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW08 BZC 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.

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