2008 MINI 1.6L Petrol · YL57 BZJ
2008 MINI (1.6L, petrol). First registered 21 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 74,119 miles. MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MINI MINI
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,119 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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YL57 BZJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2025
- 74,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YL57 BZJ 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 (YL57 BZJ) between July 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 July 2025 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: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Central Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.
YL57 BZJ Mileage History
- 05/07/202366,344 mi
- 05/07/202470,284 mi+3,940 mi
- 19/06/202574,056 mi+3,772 mi
- 23/07/202574,113 mi+57 mi
- 24/07/202574,119 mi+6 mi
Average of roughly 3,786 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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