2008 MINI 1.6L Petrol · EX58 VDR
2008 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 21 Oct 2008. Recorded mileage 96,313 miles. MOT valid until 08 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 96,313 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EX58 VDR Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/02/2026
- 96,313 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EX58 VDR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mini Mini (EX58 VDR) between September 2011 and February 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 09 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Steering (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”; “Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)”.
EX58 VDR Mileage History
- 20/09/201120,617 mi
- 25/09/201230,464 mi+9,847 mi
- 27/09/201340,734 mi+10,270 mi
- 27/09/201340,734 mi
- 03/10/201449,080 mi+8,346 mi
- 03/10/201449,080 mi
- 01/10/201556,049 mi+6,969 mi
- 28/09/201662,377 mi+6,328 mi
- 30/09/201662,406 mi+29 mi
- 29/06/201765,732 mi+3,326 mi
- 06/11/201765,809 mi+77 mi
- 01/11/201868,856 mi+3,047 mi
- 04/11/201971,710 mi+2,854 mi
- 04/11/201971,710 mi
- 02/11/202074,469 mi+2,759 mi
- 15/10/202177,962 mi+3,493 mi
- 05/11/202282,967 mi+5,005 mi
- 07/11/202388,276 mi+5,309 mi
- 13/01/202594,253 mi+5,977 mi
- 13/01/202594,253 mi
- 09/02/202696,313 mi+2,060 mi
- 09/02/202696,313 mi
Average of roughly 5,260 miles per year across 22 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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