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LF08 YWN

2008 Mini Cooper

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,994 mi
Last recorded100,994 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper61,507 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF08 YWN
MakeMini
ModelCooper
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 100,994 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 96,939 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 92,504 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 85,984 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2022 85,984 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 82,791 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 78,847 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 67,809 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Aug 2017 60,541 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 60,541 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 54,338 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 46,082 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 40,195 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 34,681 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 34,681 miles

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

front brake pads low

Pass 17 Mar 2012 27,166 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 20,936 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 20,136 miles

engine noisy( tappet noise )

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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LF08 YWN is a 2008 Mini Cooper in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LF08 YWN?

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What year was LF08 YWN registered?

LF08 YWN is a 2008 Mini Cooper, first registered on 16 March 2008.

Is LF08 YWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF08 YWN shows 18 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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