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OW08 HCV

2008 Mini Cooper S

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,580 mi
Last recorded68,580 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mini Cooper S59,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 HCV
MakeMini
ModelCooper S
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 68,580 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2026 68,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 65,665 miles

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

Offside Coolant leak engine area

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 62,863 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2024 62,860 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 60,040 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 60,040 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 57,348 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 55,743 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 53,487 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 51,211 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 49,191 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 45,983 miles

under cover's fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2017 45,983 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

under cover's fitted

Pass 9 Aug 2016 43,369 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 40,550 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 37,595 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 28 Aug 2013 33,337 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 26,144 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 11,921 miles

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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OW08 HCV is a 2008 Mini Cooper S in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OW08 HCV?

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What year was OW08 HCV registered?

OW08 HCV is a 2008 Mini Cooper S, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is OW08 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW08 HCV shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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