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BG18 BFE

2018 Volkswagen Up

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,893 mi
Last recorded34,893 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Up23,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG18 BFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 34,893 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2025 31,930 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 30,399 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

service brake just passed at 63%

Fail 22 Jan 2024 30,399 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

service brake just passed at 63%

Pass 23 Jan 2023 27,927 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 24,635 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2021 15,328 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Up?

Based on 1,165,022 MOT tests across 126,770 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,276
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
126,770
On UK Roads
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BG18 BFE is a 2018 Volkswagen Up in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 23,668 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Volkswagen Up typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 8 years old, this Volkswagen Up is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG18 BFE registered?

BG18 BFE is a 2018 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 28 March 2018.

Is BG18 BFE safe to buy?

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