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VKZ 2849

2008 Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,299 mi
Last recorded60,299 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle143,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKZ 2849
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter Shuttle
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2020 60,299 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 60,251 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 22 May 2019 60,219 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged push button sticking down sometimes, needs a tap to return position, repair / replace asap. (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources is working, but lens requires cleaning and possibly a new bulb. (4.7.1 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle?

Based on 2,120 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
7,721
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 10
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VKZ 2849 is a 2008 Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 143,288 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VKZ 2849, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was VKZ 2849 registered?

VKZ 2849 is a 2008 Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is VKZ 2849 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKZ 2849 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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