2008 MINI 1.6L Diesel · YK08 OAJ
2008 MINI (1.6L, diesel). First registered 18 Aug 2008. Recorded mileage 140,944 km. MOT expired on 03 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 140,944 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YK08 OAJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 20/08/2026
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YK08 OAJ 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 (YK08 OAJ) between March 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 20 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
YK08 OAJ Odometer History
- 23/03/202383,241 mi
- 28/03/202485,764 mi+2,523 mi
- 05/04/202485,768 mi+4 mi
- 29/04/2026140,944 km
Average of roughly 18,599 km per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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