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FP18 OWJ

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,504 mi
Last recorded96,504 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP18 OWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 96,504 miles

Nearside Front wing mirror casing damaged

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 81,879 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror casing (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 65,312 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2022 50,748 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 May 2022 50,745 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2021 39,020 miles

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

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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FP18 OWJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue 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 FP18 OWJ, 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 FP18 OWJ?

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What year was FP18 OWJ registered?

FP18 OWJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 May 2018.

Is FP18 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP18 OWJ 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.

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