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GC18 NPJ

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

279,205 mi
Last recorded279,205 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC18 NPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 279,205 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2025 258,070 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 234,180 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 202,287 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 169,478 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 141,055 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 137,030 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2023 112,063 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 104,733 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 104,640 miles

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

under side engine cover

Fail 1 Jul 2022 104,638 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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pads warning light flash

under side engine cover

Pass 26 Jun 2021 79,571 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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GC18 NPJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 GC18 NPJ, 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 GC18 NPJ registered?

GC18 NPJ is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 July 2018.

Is GC18 NPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC18 NPJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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