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GJ18 FXR

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

65,727 mi
Last recorded65,727 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ18 FXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 65,727 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Both front tyres just catching on inner wheel arch plastic trims

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2,0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2,3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 57,750 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 57,750 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 55,104 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

number plates temp fitted over

Fail 19 Aug 2024 55,092 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

number plates temp fitted over

Pass 22 Aug 2023 49,940 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 42,766 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 8 Aug 2022 42,760 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 10 Aug 2021 37,006 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 37,006 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 28,103 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 28,103 miles

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

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (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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GJ18 FXR is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 GJ18 FXR, 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 GJ18 FXR registered?

GJ18 FXR is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 27 March 2018.

Is GJ18 FXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ18 FXR shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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