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198 XUK

2008 Volkswagen Kombi

Red Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,118 mi
Last recorded49,118 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Kombi47,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration198 XUK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelKombi
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 49,118 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 49,118 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 47,713 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded out of back of servo (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 47,280 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 43,603 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 41,504 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 38,515 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 37,676 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Kombi?

Based on 5,583 MOT tests across 709 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
954
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 371
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 264
Stop lamp not working 221
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 218
position lamp(s) not working 153
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198 XUK is a 2008 Volkswagen Kombi in Red with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Kombi models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 47,235 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Kombi fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 371 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 198 XUK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Kombi typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Kombi is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 198 XUK registered?

198 XUK is a 2008 Volkswagen Kombi, first registered on 7 August 2008.

Is 198 XUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 198 XUK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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