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When is the MOT due for DS08 XSW?

The MOT for DS08 XSW is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 November 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of DS08 XSW?

The recorded mileage for DS08 XSW is 93,472 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is DS08 XSW ULEZ compliant?

Yes, DS08 XSW (MINI MINI) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2008 MINI 1.6L Petrol · DS08 XSW

DS08 XSW

2008 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 08/08/2008. Recorded mileage 93,472 miles. MOT valid until 11/11/2026.

Make & Model: MINI MINI
Year / Origin: 2008 · Shrewsbury
MOT Status: Valid until 11/11/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 93,472 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 93,472 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 1598cc

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DS08 XSW Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 07/11/2025
93,472 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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DS08 XSW Mileage History

13/10/202288,008 mi
12/10/202390,802 mi+2,794 mi
05/11/202492,317 mi+1,515 mi
12/11/202492,325 mi+8 mi
07/11/202593,472 mi+1,147 mi

Average of roughly 1,780 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DS08 XSW MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 13 Sept 2026, 16:18

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mini Mini (DS08 XSW) between October 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 07 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Nearside and offside front rearmost inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))”.

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