2008 MINI 1.6L Diesel · HG08 HHW
2008 MINI (1.6L, diesel). First registered 03 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 121,570 miles. MOT expired on 30 May 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 May 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,570 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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HG08 HHW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/05/2025
- 121,570 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HG08 HHW 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 (HG08 HHW) between May 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Windscreen (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 36 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: “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”.
HG08 HHW Mileage History
- 23/05/2023114,862 mi
- 29/05/2024117,614 mi+2,752 mi
- 31/05/2024117,616 mi+2 mi
- 09/05/2025121,670 mi+4,054 mi
- 09/05/2025121,570 mi-100 mi
Average of roughly 3,417 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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