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2 GSP

2008 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

199,848 mi
Last recorded199,848 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Transporter108,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 GSP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 199,848 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 199,668 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 198,935 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 198,699 miles

exhaust rusty

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 17 Dec 2021 196,162 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 10 Dec 2020 195,426 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 10 Dec 2020 195,426 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 11 Dec 2019 193,803 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

trays and covers fittedobscuring some testable items

Pass 5 Nov 2018 188,018 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 5 Nov 2018 188,018 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

trays and covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 24 Oct 2017 172,231 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

front discs slightly worn

rear brake pads approx 80% worn

Fail 24 Oct 2017 172,231 miles

Nearside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front discs slightly worn

rear brake pads approx 80% worn

Pass 4 Nov 2016 155,768 miles

EML light on

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

centre & rear exhaust silencer slightly deterioated

Pass 6 Nov 2015 139,821 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 126,209 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 103,859 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 86,523 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 58,942 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 58,942 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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2 GSP is a 2008 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 108,456 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 2 GSP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 2 GSP registered?

2 GSP is a 2008 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is 2 GSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 GSP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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