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E208 LLT

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

232,759 mi
Last recorded232,759 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE208 LLT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 232,759 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all x 4 flex hoses advise replacement of all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play advise renew (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush shocker has slipped bush and chaffing on lower arm (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2023 231,812 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To wheel cylinder. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To wheel cylinder. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 228,896 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2022 228,896 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 228,745 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 228,181 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 225,765 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 222,070 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 218,077 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 215,505 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 213,905 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 211,752 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 210,983 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 208,968 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 207,678 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 205,979 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 204,193 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 203,277 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 200,433 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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E208 LLT is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 126,992 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E208 LLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E208 LLT registered?

E208 LLT is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E208 LLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E208 LLT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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