2008 MINI 1.6L Diesel · EE55 ALS
2008 MINI (1.6L, diesel). First registered 06 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 51,677 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,677 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EE55 ALS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
- 51,677 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EE55 ALS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mini Mini (EE55 ALS) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 July 2026 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 (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subf”.
EE55 ALS Mileage History
- 25/07/202347,158 mi
- 25/07/202448,646 mi+1,488 mi
- 31/07/202448,653 mi+7 mi
- 09/07/202549,899 mi+1,246 mi
- 17/07/202651,677 mi+1,778 mi
Average of roughly 1,517 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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