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VOD 248J

2008 Volkswagen Type 2

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,672 mi
Last recorded38,672 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Type 240,291 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOD 248J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 38,672 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 36,932 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 35,273 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured & o/s/f (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Feb 2015 33,614 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 33,614 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 31,577 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 30,250 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 29,617 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 28,873 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 27,934 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 27,312 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 26,285 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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VOD 248J is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VOD 248J, 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 VOD 248J registered?

VOD 248J is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 11 April 2008.

Is VOD 248J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOD 248J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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