2008 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · WK08 VSO
2008 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 169,033 miles. MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 169,033 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WK08 VSO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2026
- 169,033 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WK08 VSO 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 (WK08 VSO) between October 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 September 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: Suspension (14 issues), Steering (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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: “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.
WK08 VSO Mileage History
- 31/10/2024152,251 mi
- 17/10/2025158,799 mi+6,548 mi
- 17/10/2025158,799 mi
- 16/09/2026169,033 mi+10,234 mi
- 16/09/2026169,033 mi
Average of roughly 8,950 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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