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RU08 EES

2009 Mini First

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,499 mi
Last recorded87,499 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mini First57,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRU08 EES
MakeMini
ModelFirst
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 87,499 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 84,710 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 80,747 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 72,369 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 71,877 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 64,254 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 59,368 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 59,315 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 53,207 miles

How Reliable is the Mini First?

Based on 24,465 MOT tests across 2,070 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
4,938
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
2,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 168
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RU08 EES is a 2009 Mini First in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2009 Mini First models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 57,214 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini First fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 168 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RU08 EES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini First typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Mini First is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RU08 EES?

You can check the full history of RU08 EES by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RU08 EES registered?

RU08 EES is a 2009 Mini First, first registered on 14 October 2009.

Is RU08 EES safe to buy?

The MOT history for RU08 EES shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RU08 EES have outstanding finance?

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