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BU18 SXL

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

165,240 mi
Last recorded165,240 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU18 SXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2025 165,240 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 161,380 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 152,441 miles

front brake discs lipped /pads within limits

Pass 7 Jun 2022 124,287 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 98,494 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 SXL is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 BU18 SXL, 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 BU18 SXL?

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What year was BU18 SXL registered?

BU18 SXL is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 June 2018.

Is BU18 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU18 SXL shows 5 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 BU18 SXL have outstanding finance?

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