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RF08 FET

2008 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

White Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourWhite
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 99,098 miles on the clock, averaging 4,810 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 RF08 FET

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,098
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,810

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading99,098 miles
Reading date
Miles last year273
Average per year4,810
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF08 FET 43k57k71k85k99k '11'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,098 miles
Since last MOT+273 miles
PASS
Mileage98,825 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,823 miles
Since last MOT+1,538 miles
PASS
Mileage97,285 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,285 miles
Since last MOT+5,423 miles
PASS
Mileage91,862 miles
Since last MOT+4,834 miles
PASS
Mileage87,028 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,011 miles
Since last MOT+3,440 miles
PASS
Mileage83,571 miles
Since last MOT+3,946 miles
PASS
Mileage79,625 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,625 miles
Since last MOT+5,424 miles
PASS
Mileage74,201 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,201 miles
Since last MOT+5,299 miles
PASS
Mileage68,902 miles
Since last MOT+2,269 miles
PASS
Mileage66,633 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,633 miles
Since last MOT+23,217 miles
PASS
Mileage43,416 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

RegistrationRF08 FET
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About RF08 FET

What car is RF08 FET?

RF08 FET is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RF08 FET?

The last recorded mileage for RF08 FET was 99,098 miles, recorded on 12 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF08 FET passed its MOT?

RF08 FET has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2023.

Is RF08 FET ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF08 FET 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 RF08 FET?

RF08 FET is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.