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493 XUG

2008 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,719 mi
Last recorded78,719 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Transporter108,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration493 XUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 78,719 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 78,535 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 73,204 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 77,482 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 76,428 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 74,483 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 86,089 miles

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Fail 28 Mar 2008 86,089 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

KNOCKING FROM STEERING BOX

PLAY TO STEERING JOINT / SYSTEM

SLIGHT PLAY IN O/S/F & N/S/F OUTER SWIVEL JOINTS

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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493 XUG is a 2008 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 493 XUG, 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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How do I check the history of 493 XUG?

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What year was 493 XUG registered?

493 XUG is a 2008 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is 493 XUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 493 XUG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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