2008 MINI 1.6L Petrol · LW08 LRW
2008 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 95,286 miles. MOT valid until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,286 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LW08 LRW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/08/2026
- 95,286 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LW08 LRW 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 (LW08 LRW) between May 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 August 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: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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 Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
LW08 LRW Mileage History
- 13/05/202485,477 mi
- 15/07/202590,514 mi+5,037 mi
- 17/07/202590,521 mi+7 mi
- 21/07/202695,198 mi+4,677 mi
- 03/08/202695,286 mi+88 mi
Average of roughly 4,414 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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