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SMF 2G

2008 Volkswagen Van

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

95,129 mi
Last recorded95,129 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Van57,466 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMF 2G
MakeVolkswagen
ModelVan
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 95,129 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 94,779 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 94,777 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 94,715 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 94,122 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 93,929 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 93,572 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 93,572 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2010 93,204 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

steering box has slight play at drop arm

Pass 22 Jun 2009 921,637 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 24,094 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 24,084 miles

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

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

Nearside Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 23,466 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2007 23,449 miles

Nearside Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Van?

Based on 3,103 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
2,083
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 142
position lamp(s) not working 111
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 107
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 97
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 87
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SMF 2G is a 2008 Volkswagen Van in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 57,466 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SMF 2G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Van typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Van is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SMF 2G registered?

SMF 2G is a 2008 Volkswagen Van, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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