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Y8 KBW

2018 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

49,715 mi
Last recorded49,715 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Mini Mini (R57)20,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY8 KBW
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 49,715 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 47,939 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 45,879 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 45,879 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 40,489 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 40,489 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 29,923 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 18,716 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 16,828 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2021 16,825 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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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Y8 KBW is a 2018 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2018 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 20,192 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 Mini (R57) fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 365 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y8 KBW, 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 8 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y8 KBW registered?

Y8 KBW is a 2018 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 29 June 2018.

Is Y8 KBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y8 KBW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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