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EK18 OTR

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,405 mi
Last recorded61,405 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK18 OTR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 61,405 miles

Both rear tyres worn on inner & outer edge

Fail 26 Jan 2026 61,405 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Both rear tyres worn on inner & outer edge

Pass 28 Jan 2025 56,060 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edge

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 47,240 miles

Both front tyres wearing slightly on outer edge

Pass 20 Jan 2023 44,834 miles

?tyre pressures low

Brake fluid level low

Front tyres wearing on outer edge

Plastic covers fitted underneath vehicle

Fail 20 Jan 2023 44,834 miles

?tyre pressures low

Brake fluid level low

Front tyres wearing on outer edge

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Plastic covers fitted underneath vehicle

Pass 28 Jan 2022 36,597 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 35,376 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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EK18 OTR is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey 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 EK18 OTR, 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 EK18 OTR?

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What year was EK18 OTR registered?

EK18 OTR is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 March 2018.

Is EK18 OTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK18 OTR 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.

Does EK18 OTR have outstanding finance?

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