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RA57 XDH

2008 Volkswagen Shuttle

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

215,275 mi
Last recorded215,275 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Shuttle115,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 XDH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelShuttle
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2021 215,275 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 212,014 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 207,878 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 201,501 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under Trays fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2017 187,831 miles

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

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

exhaust system corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2016 176,071 miles

Centre Rear exhaust has corrosion

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 153,620 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 130,719 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 130,719 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 117,350 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 95,876 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Jan 2012 95,876 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 63,730 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Shuttle?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 186 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
7,081
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
186
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
position lamp(s) not working 24
Stop lamp not working 21
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RA57 XDH is a 2008 Volkswagen Shuttle in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 115,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Shuttle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA57 XDH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Shuttle typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Shuttle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA57 XDH registered?

RA57 XDH is a 2008 Volkswagen Shuttle, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is RA57 XDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA57 XDH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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