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FN18 GXG

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

135,369 mi
Last recorded135,369 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN18 GXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 135,369 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 124,156 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 107,152 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively ON LIMIT/JUST PASSES (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively ON LIMIT/JUST PASSES (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread ON LIMIT (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 May 2023 82,074 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively on limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 81,770 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively on limit (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 71,893 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 58,492 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads(95% worn) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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FN18 GXG is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FN18 GXG, 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 FN18 GXG registered?

FN18 GXG is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 March 2018.

Is FN18 GXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN18 GXG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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