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SF58 DBX

2008 Volkswagen Unknown

White Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

148,322 mi
Last recorded148,322 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Unknown122,131 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF58 DBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2020 148,322 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 148,322 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Mar 2020

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 90,400 miles

Central Front Lower oil leaking at front of engine

Pass 9 Apr 2018 108,739 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 145,805 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front track rod has slight wear

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 3 Mar 2017 145,805 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Front track rod has slight wear

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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SF58 DBX is a 2008 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 122,131 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF58 DBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SF58 DBX registered?

SF58 DBX is a 2008 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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