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DS18 BKU

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

96,765 mi
Last recorded96,765 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS18 BKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 96,765 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL SHOWING OVER THE SUMP (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 96,765 miles

Emissions unable to be completed EXCESSIVE SMOKE (8.2.2.2 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL SHOWING OVER THE SUMP (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 88,302 miles

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive OIL SHOWING OVER THE SUMP !!! FRONT OIL SEAL IS LEAKING (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 81,059 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL SHOWING ON SUMP (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 81,055 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn OSF/NSR DEEP WEAR LIP .... VENTED..... (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement SPLIT (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn OSR/NSR DEEP WEAR LIP .... VENTED.... (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board SMALL EGR PIPE LEAKING (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL SHOWING ON SUMP (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 67,672 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2023 67,670 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 52,583 miles

Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess 20% SPLIT (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 34,123 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2021 34,122 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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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DS18 BKU is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DS18 BKU, 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.

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What year was DS18 BKU registered?

DS18 BKU is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 June 2018.

Is DS18 BKU safe to buy?

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