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DY68 GWV

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Orange Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

157,760 mi
Last recorded157,760 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY68 GWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 157,760 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wipers starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 23 May 2025 157,760 miles

Nearside Front Front fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective wipers starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 149,244 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 149,240 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 126,433 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 101,893 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 79,446 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 79,446 miles

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

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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DY68 GWV 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 62.5%.

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 DY68 GWV, 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 DY68 GWV registered?

DY68 GWV is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 October 2018.

Is DY68 GWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY68 GWV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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