Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Mini Cooper Petrol 1598cc has had 1 MOT test on record, passing 0 and failing once (0% pass rate). It has 101,496 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.6 N12 Naturally Aspirated engine is known for n12b16 and timing chain, guides, and tensioner. Common Mini Cooper issues include 1. door latch failure (rear doors) and 2. headlight height adjustment malfunction.
MOT & Mileage History for SY58 NXW
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Full MOT Test History 1 test on record
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Reported issues for this Mini Cooper
These are the most commonly reported problems on Mini Cooper models (2007–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Door Latch Failure (Rear Doors)
The rear door latches fail, preventing doors from opening or closing reliably.[2][5] · Typical repair: £150–£400 per latch (parts and labour at independent garage, estimated)
2. Headlight Height Adjustment Malfunction
The motorised headlight levelling system fails, causing headlights to randomly raise and lower beam height while driving.[1] · Typical repair: £200–£500 (motor replacement plus alignment, estimated)
3. Water Pump Failure
Water pump fails, causing loss of coolant circulation and potential engine overheating.[1][2][3] · Typical repair: £300–£600 (pump replacement including labour, estimated)
4. Valve Cover Oil Leaks
Oil seals at valve cover corners degrade and fail, allowing oil to leak onto the engine and exhaust system.[2] · Typical repair: £150–£350 (gasket replacement and cleaning, estimated)
N12B16
Timing chain, guides, and tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY58 NXW |
| Make | Mini |
| Model | Cooper |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 58 — September 2008 to February 2009 |
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About SY58 NXW
What car is SY58 NXW?
SY58 NXW is an red Mini Cooper, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY58 NXW?
The last recorded mileage for SY58 NXW was 101,496 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY58 NXW passed its MOT?
SY58 NXW has had 1 MOT tests with a 0% pass rate (0 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 13 Aug 2020.
Is SY58 NXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY58 NXW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SY58 NXW?
SY58 NXW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 58 means registered between 1 September 2008 and 28 February 2009.