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DF18 OWU

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,798 mi
Last recorded126,798 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF18 OWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Jun 2026 126,798 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 113,947 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 100,671 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 92,391 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Jul 2022 80,211 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 71,885 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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DF18 OWU is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DF18 OWU, 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 DF18 OWU?

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What year was DF18 OWU registered?

DF18 OWU is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 July 2018.

Is DF18 OWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF18 OWU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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