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SO08 NYH

2008 Mini Cooper D

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

182,333 mi
Last recorded182,333 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper D89,516 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO08 NYH
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 182,333 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 114,074 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 112,218 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 111,995 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 111,972 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 108,748 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 108,748 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 105,016 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2019 105,016 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 99,977 miles

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

Fail 4 Dec 2017 99,977 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 96,849 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2015 93,446 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 93,446 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2014 91,459 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 86,011 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

low or no tread on outer parts of each front tyre,recommend their replaced

Fail 26 Feb 2013 86,011 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

low or no tread on outer parts of each front tyre,recommend their replaced

Pass 16 Mar 2012 66,027 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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SO08 NYH is a 2008 Mini Cooper D in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SO08 NYH, 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

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What year was SO08 NYH registered?

SO08 NYH is a 2008 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is SO08 NYH safe to buy?

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