889BOB - MINI MINI
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 23 days ago
The MINI MINI, often referred to simply as the MINI, is a compact city car renowned for its distinctive design and agile performance. Manufactured by the British automotive marque MINI, a subsidiary of BMW, it has become an icon of urban mobility since its inception. Introduced in 2001, the MINI MINI combines classic styling cues with modern engineering, making it a popular choice for drivers seeking a blend of style and practicality. Its core features include a compact footprint, efficient engines, and a reputation for fun-to-drive dynamics. The vehicle's unique character is rooted in its heritage, with design elements that pay homage to the original Mini from the 1960s. Overall, the MINI MINI remains a symbol of British automotive innovation and urban versatility.
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Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 16 MOT tests
This 2008 MINI, registered as 889BOB, is a black petrol vehicle with a 1598cc engine. It has a recorded mileage of 53,707 miles. The car's latest MOT was conducted on 12 May 2025, and it remains valid until 12 May 2026, with no advisory notes recorded. The vehicle is currently SORN and not taxed. The CO2 emissions are approximately 165 g/km. No additional mechanical issues or advisories are noted from the latest MOT.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
16
Passed Tests
15
Failed Tests
1
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 12 May 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,707 mi
Expires: 12 May 2026
Passed - 15 April 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,496 mi
Expires: 12 May 2025
Passed - 11 May 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 53,026 mi
Expires: 12 May 2024
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 13 May 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 52,588 mi
Expires: 12 May 2023
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory TPMS light on
- Advisory fuel cap seal starting to perish
- Advisory undertrays fitted obscuring some testable components
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 05 July 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 52,130 mi
Expires: 08 July 2022
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 09 July 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,924 mi
Expires: 08 July 2021
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 28 June 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 51,092 mi
Expires: 10 January 2021
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 11 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 49,497 mi
Expires: 10 July 2019
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory under trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear tyre worn on inside edge
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Failed - 19 June 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 49,486 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory under trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear tyre worn on inside edge
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Passed - 20 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 47,653 mi
Expires: 26 June 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
- Advisory brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Advisory brake warning light on
- Advisory Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
- Advisory Offside Rear tyre worn on edges
- Advisory undertrays fitted obscuring some components
Passed - 16 June 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 44,777 mi
Expires: 26 June 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory under trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- Advisory Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Offside Rear tyre worn on edges
- Advisory Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
- Advisory brake warning light illuminated on dash
Passed - 04 June 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 41,164 mi
Expires: 26 June 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed - 28 May 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,087 mi
Expires: 26 June 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 13 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 32,849 mi
Expires: 26 June 2014
Passed - 21 June 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 28,517 mi
Expires: 26 June 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 27 June 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 23,485 mi
Expires: 26 June 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 889BOB?
The MOT expires on 12 May 2026.
What is the tax status of 889BOB?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of 889BOB?
This is a 2008 MINI MINI in Black. It runs on Petrol with a 1598cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 889BOB?
This vehicle produces 165 g/km of CO2 emissions.