Vehicle summary
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 2460cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 137,219 miles on the clock, averaging 6,755 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for RE08 KZX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 137,219 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,333 |
| Average per year | 6,755 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE08 KZX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RE08 KZX
What car is RE08 KZX?
RE08 KZX is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RE08 KZX?
The last recorded mileage for RE08 KZX was 137,219 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE08 KZX passed its MOT?
RE08 KZX has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2025.
Is RE08 KZX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE08 KZX 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 RE08 KZX?
RE08 KZX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.