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BG18 BWE

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Yellow Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

62,262 mi
Last recorded62,262 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG18 BWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 62,262 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 58,328 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 51,207 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 46,254 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning High level brake light less than 50% not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 36,753 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 22,827 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 22,827 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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BG18 BWE is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Yellow with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 53,130 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG18 BWE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 8 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG18 BWE registered?

BG18 BWE is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 26 March 2018.

Is BG18 BWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG18 BWE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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