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2008 MINI MINI1.6L Petrol

DD51 AMY

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Free vehicle summary for DD51 AMY: 2008 MINI MINI (Silver, Petrol). Mileage: 121,253. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.

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Expires 11/09/2026
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1598cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently passing, as the most recent test on 2025-09-08 passed successfully at 121,253 miles without defects. However, the maintenance history indicates a clear worsening trend, evidenced by a consecutive failure on 2025-09-05 and a subsequent failure on 2024-09-10. This sequence reveals that the owner has failed to perform routine maintenance, leading to the accumulation of wear on critical components. The first failure occurred shortly after the initial passing test, suggesting that the vehicle was not subjected to the necessary preventative care during the 121,253-mile interval. The mileage pattern reflects a significant accumulation of wear over a period of roughly six years, consistent with the vehicle's age. The data shows a gap between the two most recent failures, with the second failure occurring after the first, rather than a rapid, linear progression. This indicates that the owner has not maintained the vehicle at a consistent speed or frequency, allowing the wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain parts to reach critical levels. The mileage itself is approximately 6,736 miles per year, which is typical for a 2008 model, but the lack of consistent maintenance suggests that the vehicle is approaching the point where minor issues may become serious. Given the recurring faults and the clear trend of deterioration, the buyer should prioritize inspections focused on suspension components, brake discs, and structural integrity. The history shows that the owner has failed twice on the same date, which strongly implies that the vehicle was not adequately serviced between the two failed tests. A thorough visual inspection is required to determine if the suspension is compromised, if brake pads or rotors are worn to dangerous levels, or if there is structural rust in the chassis. The vehicle's history suggests that basic upkeep was skipped, which has allowed these critical components to degrade beyond acceptable limits.

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MOT Roadworthiness Score: Average.

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! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently passing, as the most recent test on 2025-09-08 passed successfully at 121,253 miles without defects. However, the maintenance history indicates a clear worsening trend, evidenced by a consecutive failure on 2025-09-05 and a subsequent failure on 2024-09-10. This sequence reveals that the owner has failed to perform routine maintenance, leading to the accumulation of wear on critical components. The first failure occurred shortly after the initial passing test, suggesting that the vehicle was not subjected to the necessary preventative care during the 121,253-mile interval. The mileage pattern reflects a significant accumulation of wear over a period of roughly six years, consistent with the vehicle's age. The data shows a gap between the two most recent failures, with the second failure occurring after the first, rather than a rapid, linear progression. This indicates that the owner has not maintained the vehicle at a consistent speed or frequency, allowing the wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain parts to reach critical levels. The mileage itself is approximately 6,736 miles per year, which is typical for a 2008 model, but the lack of consistent maintenance suggests that the vehicle is approaching the point where minor issues may become serious. Given the recurring faults and the clear trend of deterioration, the buyer should prioritize inspections focused on suspension components, brake discs, and structural integrity. The history shows that the owner has failed twice on the same date, which strongly implies that the vehicle was not adequately serviced between the two failed tests. A thorough visual inspection is required to determine if the suspension is compromised, if brake pads or rotors are worn to dangerous levels, or if there is structural rust in the chassis. The vehicle's history suggests that basic upkeep was skipped, which has allowed these critical components to degrade beyond acceptable limits.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Mini Mini (DD51 AMY) from 2008 show a total of 5 MOT tests between September 2023 and September 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 60% of its MOT tests, totaling 3 passes against 2 fails. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

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