The road tax status for RO08 LHW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RO08 LHW?

The MOT for RO08 LHW is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of RO08 LHW?

The recorded mileage for RO08 LHW is 119,113 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RO08 LHW ULEZ compliant?

No, RO08 LHW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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2008 MINI 1.6L Diesel · RO08 LHW

RO08 LHW

2008 MINI (1.6L, diesel). First registered 08/03/2008. Recorded mileage 119,113 miles. MOT valid until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model: MINI MINI
Year / Origin: 2008 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 01/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 119,113 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 119,113 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1560cc

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RO08 LHW Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2026
119,113 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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RO08 LHW Mileage History

15/05/2023100,741 mi
05/06/2024103,896 mi+3,155 mi
27/06/2025109,349 mi+5,453 mi
03/07/2025109,365 mi+16 mi
01/07/2026119,113 mi+9,748 mi

Average of roughly 5,872 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RO08 LHW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 14:37

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mini Mini (RO08 LHW) between May 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Tyres (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: “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))”; “Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened holed and corroded at suspension arm mounting points o/s n/s (5.3.3 (b) ”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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