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ORH 721P

2008 Volkswagen Type 2

Orange Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

110,389 mi
Last recorded110,389 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Type 240,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORH 721P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 110,389 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 110,170 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 107,689 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 106,942 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 105,929 miles

Nearside Rear slight play in wheel bearing

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 26 Aug 2020 105,614 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front slight play in steering drop arm idler

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 105,318 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2018 103,402 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 100,381 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 97,287 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 94,620 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 91,473 miles

steering idol arm has some slight play

Fail 2 Sep 2014 91,473 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Outer Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

steering idol arm has some slight play

Pass 8 Aug 2013 87,515 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

fuel hose to offside carburette rubbing on air intake hose

Pass 15 Aug 2012 86,452 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 84,611 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 82,539 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 82,539 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 83,739 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 83,739 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 83,042 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges of tread

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 94,000 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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ORH 721P is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2 in Orange with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 ORH 721P, 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 ORH 721P registered?

ORH 721P is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is ORH 721P safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORH 721P shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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