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DY08 EDU

2008 Mini Cooper

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

59,660 mi
Last recorded59,660 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper61,507 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 EDU
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 59,660 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 59,352 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 58,309 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 56,807 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 55,523 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 53,338 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 51,328 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 49,009 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 46,679 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 44,505 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 39,482 miles

chip in windscreen

Pass 20 Mar 2015 34,213 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 28,804 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 24,900 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 20,796 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 20,796 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 15,977 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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DY08 EDU is a 2008 Mini Cooper in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DY08 EDU?

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What year was DY08 EDU registered?

DY08 EDU is a 2008 Mini Cooper, first registered on 2 March 2008.

Is DY08 EDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 EDU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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