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GVG 348K

2008 Volkswagen Type 2

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,550 mi
Last recorded44,550 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Type 240,291 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVG 348K
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 44,550 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 44,524 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 44,351 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 44,296 miles

Oil leak slight oil leek from engine ()

Pass 27 Apr 2017 44,148 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 43,758 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 May 2015 43,376 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 43,373 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 42,969 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 41,710 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 41,706 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 40,015 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 38,560 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 38,552 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

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

Steering wheel weakened by cracks (2.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 36,876 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 36,876 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

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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GVG 348K is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2 in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GVG 348K, 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.

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What year was GVG 348K registered?

GVG 348K is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is GVG 348K safe to buy?

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