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MX08 ETA

2008 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 230,610 miles on the clock, averaging 8,558 miles per year, around 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 MX08 ETA

MOT Status
Due date passed
230,610
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2014
58%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,558

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading230,610 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,558
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MX08 ETA 134k158k182k206k231k '14'25'20

Check MX08 ETA

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage230,610 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage230,610 miles
Since last MOT+7,196 miles
PASS
Mileage223,414 miles
Since last MOT+97 miles
FAIL
Mileage223,317 miles
Since last MOT+5,973 miles
PASS
Mileage217,344 miles
Since last MOT+66 miles
FAIL
Mileage217,278 miles
Since last MOT+9,604 miles
PASS
Mileage207,674 miles
Since last MOT+62 miles
FAIL
Mileage207,612 miles
Since last MOT+11,983 miles
PASS
Mileage195,629 miles
Since last MOT+289 miles
FAIL
Mileage195,340 miles
Since last MOT+10,408 miles
PASS
Mileage184,932 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,913 miles
Since last MOT+12,457 miles
PASS
Mileage172,456 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,456 miles
Since last MOT+7,078 miles
PASS
Mileage165,378 miles
Since last MOT+61 miles
FAIL
Mileage165,317 miles
Since last MOT+5,915 miles
PASS
Mileage159,402 miles
Since last MOT+8,831 miles
PASS
Mileage150,571 miles
Since last MOT+16,993 miles
PASS
Mileage133,578 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

RegistrationMX08 ETA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MX08 ETA

What car is MX08 ETA?

MX08 ETA is an grey Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MX08 ETA?

The last recorded mileage for MX08 ETA was 230,610 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MX08 ETA passed its MOT?

MX08 ETA has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2025.

Is MX08 ETA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX08 ETA 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 MX08 ETA?

MX08 ETA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.