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BJ 48

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,587 mi
Last recorded71,587 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ 48
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2026 71,587 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 62,041 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 58,016 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 52,996 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 41,964 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 33,660 miles

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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BJ 48 is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BJ 48, 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

How do I check the history of BJ 48?

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What year was BJ 48 registered?

BJ 48 is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 27 March 2018.

Is BJ 48 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ 48 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJ 48 have outstanding finance?

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