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VN08 ELU

2008 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Maroon Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourMaroon
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 106,996 miles on the clock, averaging 4,688 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 VN08 ELU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
106,996
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
4,688

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading106,996 miles
Reading date
Miles last year761
Average per year4,688
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VN08 ELU 36k54k71k89k107k '11'26'18

Check VN08 ELU

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,996 miles
Since last MOT+761 miles
PASS
Mileage106,235 miles
Since last MOT+914 miles
PASS
Mileage105,321 miles
Since last MOT+543 miles
PASS
Mileage104,778 miles
Since last MOT+384 miles
PASS
Mileage104,394 miles
Since last MOT+3,436 miles
PASS
Mileage100,958 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,958 miles
Since last MOT+4,151 miles
PASS
Mileage96,807 miles
Since last MOT+14,466 miles
PASS
Mileage82,341 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,334 miles
Since last MOT+11,793 miles
PASS
Mileage70,541 miles
Since last MOT+1,998 miles
PASS
Mileage68,543 miles
Since last MOT+4,470 miles
PASS
Mileage64,073 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,073 miles
Since last MOT+5,253 miles
PASS
Mileage58,820 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,802 miles
Since last MOT+4,642 miles
PASS
Mileage54,160 miles
Since last MOT+8,805 miles
PASS
Mileage45,355 miles
Since last MOT+5,460 miles
PASS
Mileage39,895 miles
Since last MOT+3,908 miles
PASS
Mileage35,987 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

RegistrationVN08 ELU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeVN — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About VN08 ELU

What car is VN08 ELU?

VN08 ELU is a maroon Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.

What is the mileage of VN08 ELU?

The last recorded mileage for VN08 ELU was 106,996 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VN08 ELU passed its MOT?

VN08 ELU has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2026.

Is VN08 ELU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN08 ELU 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 VN08 ELU?

VN08 ELU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.