2008 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LD08 YYJ
2008 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 144,501 miles. MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,501 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
LD08 YYJ Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/03/2026
- 144,501 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LD08 YYJ 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 (LD08 YYJ) between March 2011 and March 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 21 March 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: Tyres (14 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (4 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) worn uj on column (2.3 (a) (”.
LD08 YYJ Mileage History
- 31/03/201122,491 mi
- 13/03/201235,377 mi+12,886 mi
- 13/03/201235,378 mi+1 mi
- 12/03/201341,834 mi+6,456 mi
- 13/03/201449,054 mi+7,220 mi
- 13/03/2014490,543 mi+441,489 mi
- 11/03/201555,288 mi-435,255 mi
- 11/03/201663,468 mi+8,180 mi
- 24/03/201772,420 mi+8,952 mi
- 09/03/201879,085 mi+6,665 mi
- 13/03/201879,105 mi+20 mi
- 13/03/201982,363 mi+3,258 mi
- 13/03/201982,365 mi+2 mi
- 16/03/202088,411 mi+6,046 mi
- 27/03/202088,482 mi+71 mi
- 17/03/202193,159 mi+4,677 mi
- 14/03/202299,521 mi+6,362 mi
- 15/03/2023111,835 mi+12,314 mi
- 19/03/2024122,838 mi+11,003 mi
- 29/03/2025132,251 mi+9,413 mi
- 02/04/2025132,382 mi+131 mi
- 21/03/2026144,501 mi+12,119 mi
Average of roughly 8,149 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (LD08 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as LD08YYJ.
MINI MINI Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2008 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.