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YC08 CWE

2008 Mini Mini (R57)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,908 mi
Last recorded58,908 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Mini (R57)53,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 CWE
MakeMini
ModelMini (R57)
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 58,908 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 53,357 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 48,278 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 44,680 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 43,709 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 40,088 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 40,082 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

coolant level low

gearbox noisy

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 26 Jul 2013 32,733 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 22,245 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 22,245 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 11,556 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 11,556 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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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YC08 CWE is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Mini Mini (R57) models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 53,357 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YC08 CWE, 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 18 years old, this Mini Mini (R57) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YC08 CWE registered?

YC08 CWE is a 2008 Mini Mini (R57), first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is YC08 CWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 CWE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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