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WF08 HNV

2008 Mini Cooper Auto

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

60,762 mi
Last recorded60,762 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper Auto45,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 HNV
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 60,762 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 58,456 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 56,524 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 54,550 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 54,550 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 54,039 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 50,889 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 50,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 46,710 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 46,658 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached insecure (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 41,612 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 39,150 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 39,150 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 33,108 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 26,083 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 26,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 19,001 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 16,520 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 16,520 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 11,620 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 8,176 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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WF08 HNV is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 45,382 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 Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WF08 HNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF08 HNV registered?

WF08 HNV is a 2008 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is WF08 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 HNV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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