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AE08 EWG

2008 Volkswagen Minibus

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,323 mi
Last recorded42,323 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2011
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Minibus69,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 EWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMinibus
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2011 42,323 miles

exhaust emissions too low to obtain a metered reading

Pass 1 Apr 2010 26,770 miles

exhaust emissions too low to obtain metered reading

Fail 1 Apr 2010 26,770 miles

Speed limiter plate missing (6.9.1a)

exhaust emissions too low to obtain metered reading

Pass 6 Apr 2009 12,356 miles

exhaust emissions to low to record metered reading

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Minibus?

Based on 1,648 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
2,236
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Stop lamp not working 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
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AE08 EWG is a 2008 Volkswagen Minibus in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Minibus models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 69,271 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 Minibus fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 EWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Minibus typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Minibus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of AE08 EWG?

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What year was AE08 EWG registered?

AE08 EWG is a 2008 Volkswagen Minibus, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is AE08 EWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 EWG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE08 EWG have outstanding finance?

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