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BU18 RYB

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,666 mi
Last recorded31,666 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU18 RYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 31,666 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Jul 2026 31,656 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))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 27,188 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edge worn close to cord (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 24,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edge close to cord & 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edge close to cord & 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 18,155 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2022 13,255 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 8,927 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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BU18 RYB is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver 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 BU18 RYB, 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 BU18 RYB registered?

BU18 RYB is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 March 2018.

Is BU18 RYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU18 RYB 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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