2008 MINI 1.6L Diesel · GD08 MBY
2008 MINI (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 88,266 miles. MOT expired on 22 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,266 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GD08 MBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/09/2025
- 88,266 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GD08 MBY 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 (GD08 MBY) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
GD08 MBY Mileage History
- 14/09/202385,845 mi
- 16/09/202487,023 mi+1,178 mi
- 20/09/202487,023 mi
- 18/09/202588,262 mi+1,239 mi
- 23/09/202588,266 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 1,195 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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