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DS18 VWT

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Orange Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,016 mi
Last recorded98,016 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS18 VWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 98,016 miles

Central Fuel system component has been leaking

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Shields fitted from new restricting access

Pass 16 May 2025 92,805 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 86,172 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 May 2024 86,040 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted now ok (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high adjusted now ok (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 78,666 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 78,649 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 78,313 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 64,425 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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DS18 VWT is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Orange with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VWT, 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 DS18 VWT registered?

DS18 VWT is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 August 2018.

Is DS18 VWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS18 VWT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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