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GJ18 KBV

2018 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

84,698 mi
Last recorded84,698 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Transporter53,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ18 KBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 84,698 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2025 70,451 miles

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2025 70,451 miles

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 58,812 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 26 Mar 2024 58,812 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements switches on then turns off (4.5.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2023 46,617 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 46,617 miles

Rear Seat belt missing O/S , N/S (7.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 36,142 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 25,504 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 25,504 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (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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GJ18 KBV is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KBV, 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.

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What year was GJ18 KBV registered?

GJ18 KBV is a 2018 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 26 March 2018.

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