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OU08 BUS

2008 Volkswagen Motorhome

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

85,541 mi
Last recorded85,541 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Motorhome71,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 BUS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMotorhome
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 85,541 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 83,559 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 82,220 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 82,220 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 80,921 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 79,100 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 77,210 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 74,865 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 73,665 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 71,773 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 69,464 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 67,262 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 67,214 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 67,214 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Apr 2014 62,515 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2013 60,229 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 60,204 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 26 May 2012 44,991 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 37,132 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Motorhome?

Based on 5,016 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
1,733
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
284
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 148
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 139
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 122
Brake pipe excessively corroded 103
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OU08 BUS is a 2008 Volkswagen Motorhome in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Motorhome models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 71,442 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Motorhome fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU08 BUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Motorhome typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Motorhome is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was OU08 BUS registered?

OU08 BUS is a 2008 Volkswagen Motorhome, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is OU08 BUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 BUS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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