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DT18 SWV

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,198 mi
Last recorded59,198 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDT18 SWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 59,198 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2024 51,351 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 41,206 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 40,904 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 30,629 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning light on

Pass 2 Aug 2021 22,137 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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DT18 SWV is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel 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 DT18 SWV, 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 DT18 SWV?

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What year was DT18 SWV registered?

DT18 SWV is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 August 2018.

Is DT18 SWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DT18 SWV 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.

Does DT18 SWV have outstanding finance?

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