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EF18 YHJ

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

125,625 mi
Last recorded125,625 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF18 YHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 125,625 miles

Front both front wheels contact lower arms on lock

Rear both rear wheels contact inner arch on travel

Fail 8 Jun 2026 125,625 miles

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

Front both front wheels contact lower arms on lock

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear both rear wheels contact inner arch on travel

Pass 11 Jun 2025 123,624 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning outer position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))

front tyres foul wishbones on full lock (with suspension flex)

rear tyres foul inner wheel arches (with suspension flex)

Pass 7 Aug 2024 122,472 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 99,133 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2023 99,131 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 77,729 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 77,729 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 55,797 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2021 55,797 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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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EF18 YHJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in White 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 EF18 YHJ, 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 EF18 YHJ registered?

EF18 YHJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 3 August 2018.

Is EF18 YHJ safe to buy?

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