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UEZ 8840

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,242 mi
Last recorded83,242 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUEZ 8840
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2023 83,242 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 83,242 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 74,767 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 69,291 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 69,291 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 67,619 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Slight oil leaks.

Pass 18 Feb 2019 63,921 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 60,009 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 58,959 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 57,184 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 55,130 miles

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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UEZ 8840 is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 UEZ 8840, 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 UEZ 8840 registered?

UEZ 8840 is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is UEZ 8840 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UEZ 8840 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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