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BT18 BUS

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,916 mi
Last recorded64,916 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT18 BUS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 64,916 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 29 Jul 2025 61,492 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 25 Jul 2025 61,482 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 15 Jul 2024 50,066 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 45,782 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 30,791 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 22,807 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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BT18 BUS is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Green 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 BT18 BUS, 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 BT18 BUS registered?

BT18 BUS is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 July 2018.

Is BT18 BUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT18 BUS 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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