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MA08 WBX

2008 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2008 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 63,764 miles on the clock, averaging 1,431 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover). Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).

MOT & Mileage History for MA08 WBX

MOT Status
Due date passed
63,764
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
1,431

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading63,764 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,053
Average per year1,431
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MA08 WBX 44k49k54k59k64k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,764 miles
Since last MOT+1,053 miles
PASS
Mileage62,711 miles
Since last MOT+650 miles
PASS
Mileage62,061 miles
Since last MOT+1,148 miles
PASS
Mileage60,913 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,913 miles
Since last MOT+656 miles
PASS
Mileage60,257 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,257 miles
Since last MOT+599 miles
PASS
Mileage59,658 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,658 miles
Since last MOT+919 miles
PASS
Mileage58,739 miles
Since last MOT+1,150 miles
PASS
Mileage57,589 miles
Since last MOT+791 miles
PASS
Mileage56,798 miles
Since last MOT+1,863 miles
PASS
Mileage54,935 miles
Since last MOT+1,943 miles
PASS
Mileage52,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,992 miles
Since last MOT+2,751 miles
PASS
Mileage50,241 miles
Since last MOT+2,569 miles
PASS
Mileage47,672 miles
Since last MOT+2,056 miles
PASS
Mileage45,616 miles
PASS
Mileage117,228 miles
Since last MOT+73,423 miles
PASS
Mileage43,805 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (2003–2015), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Front window regulators (both driver and passenger sides)

Plastic cable guides snap, steel cables fray or jump tracks; water ingress accelerates wear. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per side (parts £80-£150, labour 2hrs @ £100/hr indie garage; estimated).

Driveshaft splines (front and rear axles)

Splines on gearbox/driveshaft ends shear or wear prematurely, especially under load. · Typical repair: £400-£800 per side (new driveshaft £250-£500, labour 3-4hrs; estimated from indie quotes).

ABS/ESP warning lights (wheel speed sensors/brake system electronics)

Faulty wheel speed sensors or ABS module glitches trigger lights; often wiring corrosion. · Typical repair: £200-£500 (sensor £50-£100ea x4, module diag/labour; estimated).

Handbrake mechanism (cable and rear drum shoes)

Cable stretches/sticks, shoes wear unevenly or seize in drums. · Typical repair: £150-£350 (cables/shoes £80-£150, labour 2hrs).

Injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 WBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MA08 WBX

What car is MA08 WBX?

MA08 WBX is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MA08 WBX?

The last recorded mileage for MA08 WBX was 63,764 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MA08 WBX passed its MOT?

MA08 WBX has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2025.

Is MA08 WBX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 WBX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is MA08 WBX?

MA08 WBX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.