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P8 SMU

2018 Mini John Cooper Works

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,661 mi
Last recorded65,661 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Mini John Cooper Works28,612 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 SMU
MakeMini
ModelJohn Cooper Works
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 65,661 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 62,824 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 59,415 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 50,566 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 34,469 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 34,469 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2021 21,418 miles

How Reliable is the Mini John Cooper Works?

Based on 140,278 MOT tests across 23,953 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
5,043
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
23,953
On UK Roads
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P8 SMU is a 2018 Mini John Cooper Works in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Mini John Cooper Works models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 28,612 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini John Cooper Works typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 8 years old, this Mini John Cooper Works is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P8 SMU registered?

P8 SMU is a 2018 Mini John Cooper Works, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is P8 SMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P8 SMU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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