2008 MINI Cooper S 1.6L Petrol · LO08 WHJ
2008 MINI Cooper S (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 92,556 miles. MOT valid until 19 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI COOPER S
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,556 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LO08 WHJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
- 92,556 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LO08 WHJ 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 Cooper S (LO08 WHJ) between June 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 May 2026 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: Lighting (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb installed incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))”; “Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))”.
LO08 WHJ Mileage History
- 09/06/202380,417 mi
- 03/10/202487,545 mi+7,128 mi
- 04/10/202487,548 mi+3 mi
- 21/05/202692,556 mi+5,008 mi
- 21/05/202692,556 mi
Average of roughly 4,117 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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