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VLZ 1257

2008 Mini Cooper D

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

160,726 mi
Last recorded160,726 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper D89,516 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 1257
MakeMini
ModelCooper D
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 160,726 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 160,570 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 153,529 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2024 153,172 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2024 152,880 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 146,460 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2023 146,031 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 136,835 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 136,556 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 120,692 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 120,468 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 109,608 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 98,388 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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VLZ 1257 is a 2008 Mini Cooper D in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 VLZ 1257, 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 VLZ 1257?

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What year was VLZ 1257 registered?

VLZ 1257 is a 2008 Mini Cooper D, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is VLZ 1257 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLZ 1257 shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLZ 1257 have outstanding finance?

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