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RUI 2850

2008 Mini Cooper D

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

176,060 mi
Last recorded176,060 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper D89,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUI 2850
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 176,060 miles
Pass 6 May 2024 167,695 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2024 167,635 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 158,404 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 158,387 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 155,252 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 144,058 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2019 144,021 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 136,447 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 123,125 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper D?

Based on 102,243 MOT tests across 8,949 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
6,017
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
8,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 510
Registration plate lamp not working 410
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RUI 2850 is a 2008 Mini Cooper D in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Mini Cooper D models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 89,516 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 D fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RUI 2850, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper D typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Cooper D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RUI 2850?

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What year was RUI 2850 registered?

RUI 2850 is a 2008 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is RUI 2850 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUI 2850 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RUI 2850 have outstanding finance?

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