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FA57 VVV

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,306 mi
Last recorded98,306 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA57 VVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 98,306 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 80,250 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 63,505 miles

Both front tyres worn close to wear indicators

Fail 14 Dec 2023 63,505 miles

Both front tyres worn close to wear indicators

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 46,984 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 31,696 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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FA57 VVV 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 FA57 VVV, 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 FA57 VVV registered?

FA57 VVV is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 December 2018.

Is FA57 VVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA57 VVV 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 FA57 VVV have outstanding finance?

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