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DHJ 533B

2008 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

41,736 mi
Last recorded41,736 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Type 240,291 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHJ 533B
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 41,736 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 31,908 miles

all four wheel bearings are slightly noisy

o/s/f tyre has worn on the inner edge

o/s/r inner sill corroded

Pass 16 May 2017 28,102 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 23,621 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear and nearside and offside rear (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded near master cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2015 21,530 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 21,173 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 30 May 2014 21,173 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 20,751 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 20,311 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 20,311 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 20,007 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 19,396 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 19,392 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 18,547 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 16,527 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 14,758 miles

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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DHJ 533B is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Type 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 40,291 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DHJ 533B, 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 18 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 DHJ 533B registered?

DHJ 533B is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is DHJ 533B safe to buy?

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