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DRZ 2163

2008 Mini Cooper

Red Other 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

125,154 mi
Last recorded125,154 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper61,507 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 2163
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 125,154 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 119,238 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 114,541 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 114,495 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 106,319 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2021 98,436 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 83,531 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 76,468 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 67,783 miles

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper?

Based on 1,705,479 MOT tests across 247,583 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
5,128
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
247,583
On UK Roads
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DRZ 2163 is a 2008 Mini Cooper in Red with a 1,598cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Mini Cooper models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 61,507 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Mini Cooper typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Cooper is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DRZ 2163?

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What year was DRZ 2163 registered?

DRZ 2163 is a 2008 Mini Cooper, first registered on 25 February 2008.

Is DRZ 2163 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 2163 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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