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VK08 KXM

2008 Mini One

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

106,952 mi
Last recorded106,952 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Mini One63,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 KXM
MakeMini
ModelOne
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2024 106,952 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 106,685 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2023 106,679 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 102,979 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad wear sensor wire broken , Handbrake warning lamp on

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2022 102,770 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad wear sensor wire broken , Handbrake warning lamp on

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 99,807 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 99,798 miles

Central Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2020 96,205 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre.

Fail 6 Nov 2020 96,205 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre.

Pass 9 Nov 2019 81,257 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine & transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 66,763 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 55,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 205-45x17 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 53,712 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 49,905 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 49,086 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 47,239 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 42,608 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 17 Apr 2013 42,608 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 Apr 2012 37,245 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 27,752 miles

How Reliable is the Mini One?

Based on 528,090 MOT tests across 55,487 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
55,487
On UK Roads
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VK08 KXM is a 2008 Mini One in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Mini One models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 63,281 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini One typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Mini One is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK08 KXM registered?

VK08 KXM is a 2008 Mini One, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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