2008 MINI 1.6L Petrol · YA57 EXJ
2008 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 20 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 64,891 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,891 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YA57 EXJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/01/2026
- 64,891 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YA57 EXJ 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 (YA57 EXJ) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 January 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: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
YA57 EXJ Mileage History
- 17/01/202457,956 mi
- 22/01/202457,957 mi+1 mi
- 13/01/202561,048 mi+3,091 mi
- 14/01/202664,851 mi+3,803 mi
- 19/01/202664,891 mi+40 mi
Average of roughly 3,455 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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