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A11 WFJ

2008 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

195,306 mi
Last recorded195,306 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Transporter108,456 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 WFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 195,306 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2025 195,293 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 193,131 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 185,436 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 181,703 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 18 Oct 2022 181,703 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 178,188 miles

unable to fully inspect the underside due to covers

Fail 14 Oct 2021 178,158 miles

Central Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment hand brake lever travel excessive (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Electrical wiring inadequately secured door shut (4.11 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured door shut (getting caught in the door when shut) (4.11 (a) (i))

unable to fully inspect the underside due to covers

Pass 20 Aug 2020 174,937 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

camper

Fail 20 Aug 2020 174,937 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

camper

Pass 7 Aug 2019 172,933 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 170,705 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 166,917 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 160,482 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 150,696 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 143,997 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 131,875 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Jul 2012 121,649 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 105,334 miles

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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A11 WFJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,896cc 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 A11 WFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A11 WFJ registered?

A11 WFJ is a 2008 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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