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208 UXE

2004 Volkswagen Type 2

Green Petrol 1641cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

81,064 mi
Last recorded81,064 miles
Recorded on26 May 2011
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Type 256,684 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration208 UXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,641cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2011 81,064 miles

slight play in steering damper bush

Fail 21 May 2011 81,064 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

slight play in steering damper bush

slight rough noise from nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 9 May 2009 78,236 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 78,236 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 May 2008 73,718 miles

offside and nearside rear tyres just in limit

Pass 31 Mar 2007 67,502 miles

low reading recorded on nearside rear foot brake

Fail 31 Mar 2007 67,502 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

low reading recorded on nearside rear foot brake

Pass 11 Feb 2006 56,437 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Type 2?

Based on 11,485 MOT tests across 931 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
1,092
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
931
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 935
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 631
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 538
Stop lamp not working 392
position lamp(s) not working 374
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208 UXE is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 in Green with a 1,641cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 56,684 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Type 2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 935 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 208 UXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Type 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Type 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 208 UXE registered?

208 UXE is a 2004 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 7 May 2004.

Is 208 UXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 208 UXE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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