2008 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · VK08 AAZ
2008 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 11 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 175,573 miles. MOT valid until 12 Nov 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 175,573 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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VK08 AAZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 05/11/2026
- 175,573 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VK08 AAZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Transporter (VK08 AAZ) between November 2024 and November 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 November 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Emissions unable to be completed manifold blowing (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))”.
VK08 AAZ Mileage History
- 07/11/2024166,962 mi
- 08/11/2024166,974 mi+12 mi
- 03/11/2025171,869 mi+4,895 mi
- 13/11/2025171,871 mi+2 mi
- 05/11/2026175,573 mi+3,702 mi
Average of roughly 4,321 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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