2008 MINI 1.6L Diesel · SD08 YLP
2008 MINI (1.6L, diesel). First registered 29 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 207,690 miles. MOT valid until 04 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 207,690 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SD08 YLP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/04/2026
- 207,690 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SD08 YLP 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 (SD08 YLP) between May 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 April 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 (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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 Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
SD08 YLP Mileage History
- 05/05/2023179,247 mi
- 26/04/2024190,244 mi+10,997 mi
- 26/04/2024190,244 mi
- 30/04/2025199,216 mi+8,972 mi
- 30/04/2026207,690 mi+8,474 mi
Average of roughly 9,522 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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