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SE08 WBN

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,662 mi
Last recorded118,662 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE08 WBN
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 118,662 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 106,540 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 100,078 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 95,153 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 89,391 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 88,808 miles
Fail 27 May 2019 88,794 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 83,898 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 73,825 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 57,562 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 49,583 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 42,152 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 37,822 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Jul 2011 37,706 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Mini Mini (R57)?

Based on 45,115 MOT tests across 3,155 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
4,754
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
3,155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 365
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 324
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 244
Registration plate lamp not working 223
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SE08 WBN is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 53,357 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mini Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SE08 WBN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Mini (R57) typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SE08 WBN registered?

SE08 WBN is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is SE08 WBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE08 WBN shows 14 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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