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BT18 UYV

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,941 mi
Last recorded83,941 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT18 UYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 83,941 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 78,474 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 72,340 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 May 2024 72,340 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 63,666 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2022 56,790 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 10 May 2022 56,790 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 55,786 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2021 55,786 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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 UYV is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BT18 UYV, 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 UYV registered?

BT18 UYV is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 July 2018.

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The MOT history for BT18 UYV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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