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BN18 KGA

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,701 mi
Last recorded92,701 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN18 KGA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 92,701 miles

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2026 92,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 90,967 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 87,164 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 71,147 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 71,147 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust gas recirculation valve obviously defective EGR pipe split (8.2.2.1 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 55,782 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 55,782 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 40,290 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 40,289 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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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BN18 KGA is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN18 KGA, 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 BN18 KGA registered?

BN18 KGA is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 26 June 2018.

Is BN18 KGA safe to buy?

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