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TRX 424D

2008 Volkswagen TYPE2

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,441 mi
Last recorded18,441 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen TYPE255,250 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRX 424D
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTYPE2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 18,441 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 15,092 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 9,551 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 5,027 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 549 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 95,841 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 92,965 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 88,899 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 91,525 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 77,451 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 70,577 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 66,440 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 59,993 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 55,163 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 50,326 miles

rear shock absobers outer casing corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2011 48,563 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 48,563 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen washer control missing (8.2.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2010 48,029 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 May 2008 46,592 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

extensive welding repairs to floor and chassis

How Reliable is the Volkswagen TYPE2?

Based on 1,993 MOT tests across 158 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,103
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 151
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 81
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 70
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 56
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TRX 424D is a 2008 Volkswagen TYPE2 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen TYPE2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 55,250 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen TYPE2 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TRX 424D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen TYPE2 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen TYPE2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TRX 424D registered?

TRX 424D is a 2008 Volkswagen TYPE2, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is TRX 424D safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRX 424D shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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