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VKZ 3950

2008 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

121,224 mi
Last recorded121,224 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper D89,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKZ 3950
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 121,224 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 116,322 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2023 116,136 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 109,971 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2022 109,938 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 109,884 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 106,798 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 93,936 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 93,888 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 89,441 miles
Fail 11 May 2018

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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VKZ 3950 is a 2008 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 VKZ 3950, 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 VKZ 3950?

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What year was VKZ 3950 registered?

VKZ 3950 is a 2008 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is VKZ 3950 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKZ 3950 shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VKZ 3950 have outstanding finance?

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