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VRL 812H

2008 Volkswagen Type 2

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

94,643 mi
Last recorded94,643 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Type 240,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRL 812H
MakeVolkswagen
ModelType 2
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 94,643 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 94,559 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 94,527 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 94,192 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 94,187 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2018 94,094 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 94,017 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 93,917 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 93,866 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2013 93,659 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2012 93,436 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 92,440 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 91,718 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded (2.4.G.4a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded (2.4.G.4a)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 90,325 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 90,316 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 88,302 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 88,302 miles

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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VRL 812H is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2 in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VRL 812H, 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 VRL 812H registered?

VRL 812H is a 2008 Volkswagen Type 2, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is VRL 812H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRL 812H shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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