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SY08 NRK

2008 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Inverness, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 144,890 miles on the clock, averaging 7,762 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 SY08 NRK

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
144,890
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2011
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,762

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading144,890 miles
Reading date
Miles last year61
Average per year7,762
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY08 NRK 30k58k87k116k145k '11'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,890 miles
Since last MOT+61 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,829 miles
Since last MOT+5,505 miles
PASS
Mileage139,324 miles
Since last MOT+5,805 miles
PASS
Mileage133,519 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage133,519 miles
Since last MOT+7,507 miles
PASS
Mileage126,012 miles
Since last MOT+3,671 miles
PASS
Mileage122,341 miles
Since last MOT+5,765 miles
PASS
Mileage116,576 miles
Since last MOT+3,909 miles
PASS
Mileage112,667 miles
Since last MOT+8,869 miles
PASS
Mileage103,798 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,798 miles
Since last MOT+2,502 miles
PASS
Mileage101,296 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,259 miles
Since last MOT+5,177 miles
PASS
Mileage96,082 miles
Since last MOT+8,091 miles
PASS
Mileage87,991 miles
Since last MOT+12,298 miles
PASS
Mileage75,693 miles
Since last MOT+8,864 miles
PASS
Mileage66,829 miles
Since last MOT+10,141 miles
PASS
Mileage56,688 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,688 miles
Since last MOT+12,611 miles
PASS
Mileage44,077 miles
Since last MOT+14,428 miles
PASS
Mileage29,649 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,648 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

RegistrationSY08 NRK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About SY08 NRK

What car is SY08 NRK?

SY08 NRK is an red Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.

What is the mileage of SY08 NRK?

The last recorded mileage for SY08 NRK was 144,890 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY08 NRK passed its MOT?

SY08 NRK has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2025.

Is SY08 NRK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 NRK 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 SY08 NRK?

SY08 NRK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.