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HW08 DYT

2008 Mini Cooper S

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,849 mi
Last recorded71,849 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper S59,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 DYT
MakeMini
ModelCooper S
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 71,849 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective fogged (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded & offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 68,962 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 61,500 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 52,959 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 50,621 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 May 2022 50,621 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 41,319 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Apr 2021 41,319 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper S?

Based on 632,556 MOT tests across 100,336 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
5,231
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
100,336
On UK Roads
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HW08 DYT is a 2008 Mini Cooper S in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Mini Cooper S models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 59,398 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Mini Cooper S typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mini Cooper S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HW08 DYT registered?

HW08 DYT is a 2008 Mini Cooper S, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is HW08 DYT safe to buy?

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