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RE08 XOB

2008 Volkswagen Lt

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,086 mi
Last recorded28,086 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Lt99,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 XOB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLt
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 28,086 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 28,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 27,917 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 26,777 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 23,166 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 19,356 miles

Engine oil low on dip stick

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 14,079 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine dripping onto steering rack. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 15 Jan 2019 13,814 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 13,094 miles

Oil leak under engine & steering rack ()

Pass 19 Jan 2017 12,298 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 11,449 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 10,313 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 7,959 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 5,786 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 4,435 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 2,727 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lt?

Based on 549,592 MOT tests across 45,159 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
6,396
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
45,159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 51,116
position lamp(s) not working 19,926
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,126
Stop lamp not working 18,682
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 15,828
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RE08 XOB is a 2008 Volkswagen Lt in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Lt models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 99,979 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lt fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 51,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE08 XOB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lt typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Lt is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE08 XOB registered?

RE08 XOB is a 2008 Volkswagen Lt, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is RE08 XOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 XOB shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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