2008 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · BA55 SZZ
2008 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 30 Dec 2008. Recorded mileage 195,753 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 195,753 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BA55 SZZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2026
- 195,753 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BA55 SZZ 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 (BA55 SZZ) between February 2025 and June 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 03 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Exhaust gas recirculation valve missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))”; “Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))”.
BA55 SZZ Mileage History
- 01/02/2025185,730 mi
- 06/05/2025185,792 mi+62 mi
- 07/05/2025185,796 mi+4 mi
- 22/05/2026195,698 mi+9,902 mi
- 03/06/2026195,753 mi+55 mi
Average of roughly 7,519 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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